Certificate Expiry Scanner → Email Alert → Update Tracking Sheet

beginner15 minPublished Apr 11, 2026
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Automatically scan your digital certificates, send renewal alerts before expiration, and maintain an organized tracking system to prevent outages.

Workflow Steps

1

SSL Checker API

Scan certificate expiration dates

Use SSL Labs API or similar service to automatically check certificate expiration dates for all your domains and applications. Set up daily scans and identify certificates expiring within 30, 14, and 7 days.

2

Gmail

Send escalating renewal alerts to IT team

Configure automated email alerts with increasing urgency as certificates approach expiration. Send first notice at 30 days, urgent alerts at 14 days, and critical warnings at 7 days. Include certificate details and renewal instructions.

3

Google Sheets

Update certificate inventory with status tracking

Maintain a master spreadsheet with all certificates, their expiration dates, renewal status, and responsible team members. Automatically update status columns and use conditional formatting to highlight urgent renewals.

Workflow Flow

Step 1

SSL Checker API

Scan certificate expiration dates

Step 2

Gmail

Send escalating renewal alerts to IT team

Step 3

Google Sheets

Update certificate inventory with status tracking

Why This Works

Manual certificate tracking leads to costly outages. This automated system provides multiple layers of alerts and maintains visibility across all certificates, preventing emergency renewals.

Best For

IT teams and developers managing multiple SSL certificates and code signing certificates

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Deep Dive

How to Automate SSL Certificate Monitoring & Renewal Alerts

Set up automated certificate expiry scanning with Gmail alerts and Google Sheets tracking to prevent costly website outages and security lapses.

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