📞 STIR/SHAKEN Compliance Isn’t Optional — But Doing It Wrong Can Cost You
Getting your STIR/SHAKEN certificate is one of the most important steps in protecting your caller identity, staying FCC-compliant, and ensuring your calls aren’t blocked or mislabeled. But many telecom providers — from small VoIP startups to large wholesale carriers — make avoidable mistakes that lead to delays, rejected calls, and compliance gaps.
If you're preparing to obtain your certificate, here are the five biggest pitfalls to watch out for — and how Peeringhub.io helps you avoid every one of them effortlessly.
❌ 1. Not Completing STI-PA Registration Properly
Before any provider can receive a STIR/SHAKEN certificate, they must register with the STI-PA (Policy Administrator).
Many newcomers either:
Skip this step,
Submit incomplete documentation, or
Get stuck in verification loops.
This results in unnecessary delays and compliance risks.
✔ How Peeringhub Helps
Peeringhub guides you through STI-PA preparation and provides free consultation to ensure every requirement is met cleanly. You start on solid ground with zero confusion.
❌ 2. Choosing a Certificate Authority That’s Slow or Not Telecom-Focused
Some CAs simply weren’t built for telecom. They issue certificates manually, rely on outdated processes, or don’t support the speed required for real-world VoIP operations.
Slow issuance can cause:
Activation delays
Customer onboarding bottlenecks
Call authentication failures
✔ How Peeringhub Helps
With Peeringhub.io, certificates are issued instantly, backed by a cloud-native infrastructure built specifically for STIR/SHAKEN needs.
❌ 3. Misconfiguring Certificates in Your SIP Infrastructure
Even with the right certificate, improper installation can break call signing.
Common mistakes include:
Incorrect key/certificate paths
Wrong permissions
Unsupported formats
Missing identity header logic
This often results in unsigned calls or failed identity verification.
✔ How Peeringhub Helps
Peeringhub provides SIP-ready certificate bundles compatible with:
FreeSWITCH
Asterisk
Kamailio
OpenSIPS
Ribbon
Metaswitch …and more. No conversions. No guesswork. No errors.
❌ 4. Forgetting to Renew Certificates Before Expiration
Expired certificates = rejected calls. It’s one of the most damaging and common mistakes.
Symptoms include:
Calls marked “verification failed”
STIR/SHAKEN errors
Downstream carriers blocking traffic
✔ How Peeringhub Helps
Peeringhub eliminates this problem with:
Automated renewals
Expiration alerts
Full ACME API automation
Your certificates never fall through the cracks.
❌ 5. Not Keeping Everything in One Organized Repository
DevOps teams often store certificates across local machines, old servers, or outdated directories — creating operational chaos.
Disorganized certificate storage leads to:
Lost private keys
Failed deployments
Compliance audit issues
Increased security risks
✔ How Peeringhub Helps
Peeringhub provides a secure, cloud-based central repository where every certificate is stored, versioned, and available on demand. Your team stays aligned — and your infrastructure stays organized.
🚀 Final Thoughts: Getting STIR/SHAKEN Right From Day One
A STIR/SHAKEN certificate is more than a compliance requirement — it’s the foundation of your telecom trust. Avoiding these five mistakes ensures your calls are secure, your compliance is solid, and your business avoids unnecessary risk.
With Peeringhub.io, you get a partner that makes the certification process simple, fast, and mistake-free — whether you're a first-time provider or managing large-scale VoIP infrastructure.
🔗 Get Your STIR/SHAKEN Certificate the Smart Way
Skip the mistakes. Stay compliant. Build trust with every call.
👉 Visit www.peeringhub.io to get started today!
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