Certified Time™

Affordable managed timing service without the complexity

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Precision timing made accessible

Certified Time™ delivers secure, traceable UTC time over the internet via VPN/IPSec connections. Perfect for organisations requiring reliable time synchronisation without the need for ultra-high precision or complex infrastructure changes.

We take care of time, so you don't have to.

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What’s included

Every Certified Time™ service provides comprehensive timing coverage:

✔️ Target accuracy of 1 millisecond offset to UTC

Reliable precision suitable for most enterprise applications, from transaction timestamping to system logging.

Consistent performance across your entire digital estate.

✔️ Redundant access to Hoptroff Global Time Network

Multiple connection paths ensure continuous service availability that is not GPS reliant.

Our global timing infrastructure provides resilience against network disruptions or infrastructure failures.

✔️ Monthly certification of device synchronisation

Regular verification that your devices are requesting and receiving time correctly.

Automated reporting provides peace of mind and audit trail documentation.

✔️ Comprehensive compliance coverage

Meets ISO27001, DORA, NENA, HIPAA, Sarbanes-Oxley, US Executive Order 13805 and JCAHO compliance requirements.

Purpose-built for regulated industries requiring documented timing accuracy.

✔️ Fully managed service with automated alerts

No maintenance required on your part.

Our systems continuously monitor your timing infrastructure and alert you immediately if devices stop requesting time.

Ideal for

Organisations needing quick implementation without extensive infrastructure modifications.
Perfect for immediate timing needs or temporary solutions.
Companies requiring documented timing accuracy for compliance purposes without the complexity of high-precision systems.

Businesses requiring reliable time synchronisation without premium pricing.
Excellent value for organisations where millisecond accuracy meets operational requirements.
Applications where millisecond accuracy is sufficient, including:
- Business applications and databases
- Network infrastructure and monitoring systems
- Compliance and audit systems
- General enterprise applications

Key benefits

Cost-effective solution

Eliminate the expense of GPS antennas, timing hardware, and ongoing maintenance. No capital expenditure required - just reliable, accurate time delivered as a service.

Regulatory compliance

Built-in compliance reporting satisfies regulatory requirements across multiple industries. Automated documentation reduces audit preparation time.

Quick deployment, zero maintenance

Simple VPN/IPSec setup means rapid implementation without complex infrastructure changes. From procurement to operation in days, not months.

Enterprise security

Secure VPN/IPSec delivery protects against timing attacks and ensures data integrity. Zero Trust architecture provides additional layers of protection.

Why Hoptroff

All we do is time technology, it’s in our DNA. Our smart timing solutions have been engineered by a team of world-leading scientists and technologists to meet the highest global security and regulatory standards.

Our time is consolidated from both terrestrial and GNSS sources and is protected with our predictive AI failover algorithm, making it the world’s most resilient synchronised time
Our direct connections to the world’s timekeeping authorities, including NIST, NPL and RISE, ensure every second is traceable, accurate and unmatched in reliability
We’ve built the infrastructure so you don’t have to. Plug and play via cross connect to our global timing network hubs or via Layer 2, Layer 3 or dark fibre connections
With the highest level of compliance and protection, Hoptroff Smart Timing is the only solution for network time synchronisation that is certified to ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 standards