This guide will discuss how to use openssl command to check the expiration of .p12 and start .crt certificate files. Below example demonstrates how the openssl command is used:
To determine whether a certificate is currently expired, use a duration of zero seconds. Omit the -noout option to see a helpful message using a single command without extra logic.
The quickest and most user-friendly way to check an SSL certificate’s expiration date is directly through your web browser. Most modern browsers display certificate information prominently.