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As of February 27, 2019, downloading certificates with CertAid will require two-factor authentication, which is supported in the newest version of CertAid. If you are using an older version of CertAid, please download the latest version (below). If you have any questions, contact the IS&T Service Desk.

CertAid is available for use by MIT faculty, staff, and students.

How to Obtain

Download

  • Mac download
  • Windows download
    On Windows 10, use Firefox or Chrome to download CertAid. There is a known issue with Internet Explorer.
    CertAid for Windows now includes an option to subscribe (unsubscribe) to MIT WAUS service.
    • The MIT Certificate Tool for Windows is not needed for win.mit.edu domain users.
    • When you select Change Settings for All Users > Configure Internet Options, CertAid automatically subscribes your machine to use MIT Auto Update Service.

Installation

After lauching CertAid, click through the screens to install or renew your certificates, and/or to update your identity preferences.

The setup procedure includes installing the MIT CA as well as your personal certificate, optionally deleting old certificates, and setting the correct security settings via a single, graphical application. If you need to retain access to old certificates, choose "No" when asked to delete them.

Using

About this Version 

CertAid manages the entire certificate setup procedure, giving users a more reliable installation experience.

  • System requirements:
    • Windows 7 or later
    • Mac OS X 10.10 or later

CertAid for Windows version 2.2.x:

  • Resolves a known issue for accessing SAP GRC with Internet Explorer 11.
  • Option to subscribe/unsubscribe to MIT WAUS service
  • Updated list of MIT Trusted Sites added