EV stands for Extended Validation, and these certificates are the best solution when it comes to establishing trust online. Extended Validation means that, before a Certification Authority can issue the certificate, it must first conduct a thorough background check to ensure the existence and legitimacy of a business. Once a business passes the validation process, the EV certificate is issued, typically within 1-5 business days, and the company website can now reap the benefits that EV offers.