Industries and Use Cases for EV Certificates

Financial institutions represent the most obvious candidates for EV certificates. Banks, credit unions, investment firms, and payment processors handle extremely sensitive financial data where user trust directly impacts business success. The enhanced validation of EV certificates helps these institutions differentiate themselves from phishing sites that might obtain basic DV certificates. Many financial regulators expect or require the use of EV certificates for customer-facing applications.

E-commerce platforms processing high-value transactions benefit significantly from EV certificates. Luxury retailers, B2B marketplaces, and sites selling high-ticket items find that the additional trust provided by EV certificates can improve conversion rates enough to justify the higher costs. Studies have shown that EV certificates can increase conversion rates by 15-20% for high-value transactions where customers are particularly security-conscious.

Healthcare organizations handling sensitive patient data often choose EV certificates to demonstrate their commitment to security and privacy. The healthcare industry faces strict regulatory requirements under HIPAA and similar regulations worldwide. While these regulations don't specifically mandate EV certificates, the enhanced validation provides evidence of security diligence that can be valuable during compliance audits.