cert_duration

Description

The cert_duration parameter specifies the certification renewal period. This determines how often your certificates are renewed, ensuring they remain valid and secure.

Default Value

The default value for cert_duration is 2160h (90 days).

Use Cases

Security Maintenance: Regularly renewing certificates helps maintain secure communication channels.
Compliance: Ensuring certificates are renewed within a specific period can help meet compliance requirements.

Setting Parameters

To set the cert_duration parameter, use the following command:

$ convox rack params set cert_duration=2160h -r rackName
Setting parameters... OK

This command sets the cert_duration parameter to the specified value.

Additional Information

Adjusting the cert_duration can help balance between operational convenience and security requirements. Shorter renewal periods increase security but require more frequent updates, while longer periods reduce the maintenance overhead.