# SSL Detective Plus

> Tool for investigating and verifying SSL/TLS certificates and certificate chains. (iPhone/iPad app by Twocanoes Software, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssl-detective-plus/id1243650327 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Twocanoes Software, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/521862499)
- Category: Utilities, Business
- Price: $29.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 6 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 2 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2017-06-04
- Data updated: 2026-07-16
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssl-detective-plus/id1243650327/reviews.md

## What is SSL Detective Plus?

SSL Detective Plus is a great tool for investigating SSL/TLS certificates and certificate chains. SSL Detective loads and displays SSL certificates and verifies SSL certificate chains in a easy to browse format. The SSL certificate chains can also be e-mailed to use or review on other systems.

SSL Detective Plus uses the standard iPhone and iPad protocols to download and evaluate certificates and certificate chains to easily probe and troubleshoot certificate issues and resolve them quickly. SSL Detective is the perfect tool for troubleshooting SSL or TLS issues when connecting an iPhone or iPad to a web server, VPN (Virtual Private Network) server, mail server, MDM (Mobile Device Management) server, or any SSL/TLS enabled server.  

When an iPhone or iPad has a certificate error, only a portion of the server certificate may be displayed and it usually does not show the entire certificate or the certificate chain.  Some apps will fail silently due to SSL/TLS error, or may log data to the system log.  SSL Detective fills in the missing piece by being able to view the full certificate and the certificate chain for troubleshooting when attempting to resolve any issues. SSL Detective can also email the entire certificate chain right from the App, making it easy to troubleshoot the certificates on other systems

SSL (Secure Socket Layer) and TLS (Transport Layer Security) are used to encrypt network traffic and verify that data has not been modified during transit.  In order to have a successful SSL/TLS connection without warnings or failures, the certificate on the server must be valid and trusted.

## Key features

- Investigate SSL/TLS certificates
- Verify certificate chains
- Easy-to-browse format
- Email certificate chains
- Troubleshoot connection issues
- View full certificate details

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $29.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SSL Detective | Free | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (6 of 6)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ssl-detective-plus/id1243650327/reviews.md

### 5/5 — It’s fine

*2022-04-28*

Doss the job. Not had to pay so far.

### 1/5 — Not working

*2022-04-08, version 2.9.3*

No TLD I tried gave any results, not even the ones in the user guide.

### 1/5 — Feels scammy

*2021-06-16*

The first thing it does (after you purchase it for £9.99) is to nag you for a £1.99 in-app purchase.

### 4/5 — Does what it says

*2020-06-01*

Response to the 1 star review - Swipe in from the left to see the other certs in the chain

### 1/5 — Only provides root CA

*2020-04-05*

I just installed and tested on two sites, and it only provided the root CA, no intermediate or server certs

### 5/5 — Basic app does what it says perfectly

*2019-08-12*

If you need to check out the ssl certificate from the browser then you’ll quickly work out that that’s an “under the hood” thing and users don’t need to be exposed to that level of detail. 

Of course if your more than a user then you do need to know and this will tell you what you need. My server certificate was soon to expire and all I had was my iPhone and needed to know when it expires. This told me. No issues

## Frequently asked questions about SSL Detective Plus

### What is SSL Detective Plus used for?

SSL Detective Plus is a utility app designed to help users investigate and verify SSL/TLS certificates and their associated chains. It aids in troubleshooting connection issues by providing detailed certificate information that may not be visible through standard device protocols.

### Can I email certificate chains from SSL Detective Plus?

Yes, SSL Detective Plus allows you to email the entire certificate chain directly from the app. This feature is useful for reviewing certificates on other systems or sharing them for further analysis.

### What devices does SSL Detective Plus support?

SSL Detective Plus is compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices. It utilizes standard iOS protocols to download and evaluate certificates on these platforms.

### How often is SSL Detective Plus updated?

The latest version of SSL Detective Plus is 2.9.4, which was last updated on November 9, 2022. While specific update frequency isn't detailed, this indicates recent maintenance.

### What is the rating for SSL Detective Plus?

SSL Detective Plus has a rating of 3.0 stars based on 5 user ratings. This suggests a mixed reception from its user base.

### Is SSL Detective Plus free to use?

SSL Detective Plus is available for free download. However, it does offer in-app purchases, which may unlock additional features or functionality.

### What age rating does SSL Detective Plus have?

SSL Detective Plus has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users of all ages, with no mature content concerns.

### Does SSL Detective Plus have ads?

No, SSL Detective Plus does not contain advertisements. The app is ad-free, allowing for an uninterrupted user experience.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.9.4 — 2022-11-09

Fixed crash.

### 2.9.3 — 2021-09-03

Added Dark mode for both iPhone and iPad.

### 2.9.2 — 2021-08-26

Removed in-app purchase.

### 2.9.1 — 2019-01-03

Added Trial In-App purchase

### 2.9 — 2017-11-26

Fixed issues with crash when certificate had a DERGeneralizedTime.

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