Introduction
Your Apple Pass Type ID certificate expires annually. To ensure uninterrupted service, it’s crucial to renew your certificate before it expires. While Apple typically sends a reminder email before the expiration date, we strongly recommend setting an annual reminder in your calendar at least 30 days before the expiry date.
IMPORTANT: Without a valid Apple Pass Type ID certificate, you will not be able to issue new passes or update existing ones.
Follow the step-by-step instructions below or watch the 3-minute video at the end of this article.
Process
These instructions are for renewing a certificate in your PassKit account. If you are adding a certificate please follow these instructions.
1: Access Certificate in the PassKit Portal
Log in to the PassKit Portal.
Navigate to Home > Account > Certificates.
2: Initiate the Renewal Process
Locate the certificate you wish to renew.
Click the RENEW button next to it. A pop-up will appear.
3: Download the Certificate Signing Request (CSR)
Click DOWNLOAD CSR to save the Certificate Signing Request file to your computer.
4: Log in to Your Apple Developer Account
Go to the Apple Developer Portal.
5: Create a New Certificate
Select the Pass Type ID you want to renew from the list.
Click Create Certificate.
6: Upload the CSR File
Leave the “Enter your Pass certificate Name” field blank.
Click Choose File and select the CSR file you downloaded from PassKit.
Click Continue.
7: Download the Renewed Certificate
Click Download to save the renewed certificate (the file will be named
pass.cer) to your computer.
8: Upload the Renewed Certificate to PassKit
Return to the PassKit Portal.
Drag and drop the
pass.cerfile into the Renew Certificate box.
9: Confirm the Renewal
Verify that the Valid To date of the certificate has been updated.
Final Step: Set a Reminder
Apple Pass Type ID certificates must be renewed every 12 months. To avoid missing the renewal deadline:
Add an annual reminder to your calendar 30 days before the expiration date.
Include this link in the reminder for quick access to the instructions:
https://help.passkit.com/en/articles/4494780-renewing-a-certificate
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can ensure your Apple Pass Type ID certificate remains valid and your passes continue to function seamlessly. If you encounter any issues, feel free to contact our support team for assistance.
Additional Resources
Video Tutorial
Prefer a visual guide? Watch this short instructional video to learn how to renew your Apple Pass Type ID certificate in your PassKit account: