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title: Download the OPC UA Server Certificate
slug: bhdo/download-the-opc-ua-server-certificate
createdAt: 2022-09-26T17:15:54.000Z
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You can download the connected OPC UA server CA certificate by navigating to **OPC&#x20;**> **Certificates**. This certificate must be installed in the Trusted Root Certification Authorities store to enable trust.

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**Important**: Make sure the server is started before you download the server certificate. See [Manage the OPC UA Server](docId\:CvsDVJ9LeYzibOoRG89QD) to learn more.&#x20;
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To download the certificate, click the **Download server certificate** icon.&#x20;

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After clicking the icon, the `server_cert.der` certificate is downloaded to your hard drive.&#x20;