Is Letsencrypt Safe?

Letsencrypt — Nerq Trust Score 46.2/100 (D grade). Based on analysis of 2 trust dimensions, it is has notable safety concerns. Last updated: 2026-04-06.

Exercise caution with Letsencrypt. Letsencrypt is a NuGet package with a Nerq Trust Score of 46.2/100 (D), based on 3 independent data dimensions. Below the recommended threshold of 70. Security: 90/100. Popularity: 0/100. Data sourced from nuget.org, GitHub, and NVD. Last updated: 2026-04-06. Machine-readable data (JSON).

Safety Guide: Letsencrypt

What is Letsencrypt?

Letsencrypt is a NuGet package.

How to Verify Safety

Run dotnet list package --vulnerable. Check publisher on nuget.org.

You can also check the trust score via API: GET /v1/preflight?target=letsencrypt

Key Safety Concerns for NuGet package

When evaluating any NuGet package, watch for: dependency vulnerabilities, publisher verification.

Trust Assessment

Letsencrypt has a Nerq Trust Score of 46/100 (D) and has not yet reached Nerq trust threshold (70+). This score is based on automated analysis of security, maintenance, community, and quality signals.

Key Takeaways

• Letsencrypt has a Trust Score of 46/100 (D).
• Review carefully before use — below trust threshold.
• Always verify independently using the Nerq API.

Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated assessments based on publicly available signals. They are not endorsements or guarantees. Always conduct your own due diligence.