SSL Certificates

SSL certificates are digital certificates that verify the identity of a website and encrypt the information sent to and from the site. They are used to protect online transactions and communications, such as credit card numbers and passwords.

SSL certificates are used to encrypt the traffic between a user’s browser and a web server, ensuring that the data passed between them is secure. This is important for eCommerce websites, as it protects users’ credit card information from being intercepted by third parties. SSL certificates can also be used to verify the identity of a website owner, proving that they are who they say they are.

To get an SSL certificate, you need to generate a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) and send it to a Certificate Authority (CA). The CA will review your request and if it is approved, they will issue you an SSL certificate. 

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If your SSL is expiring soon, you should renew it as soon as possible. You can renew your SSL certificate by contacting us.

The length of time it takes to receive your certificate will depend on a few factors, such as the type of certificate you are getting. Typically, you can expect to wait two minutes to four weeks for your certificate to be issued.

There are three types of SSL certificates: domain-validated, organization-validated, and extended validation.

Domain-validated certificates are the simplest type of SSL certificate. They are issued to a domain owner after the owner proves that they own the domain.

Organization-validated certificates are more complex than domain-validated certificates. They are issued to an organization after the organization proves that it controls the domain and meets other requirements.

Extended validation certificates are the most complex type of SSL certificate. They are issued to an organization after the organization proves that it controls the domain, meets other requirements, and undergoes a rigorous vetting process.

The type of SSL certificate you need depends on the level of security and trust you want to establish. Domain-validated certificates are suitable for most websites. Organization-validated certificates are suitable for business websites that want to establish a high level of trust with their visitors. Extended validation certificates are only necessary for the most sensitive websites, such as those that handle financial transactions or personal information.

A Certificate Signing Request (CSR) is a file that contains information about your website and your organization. It is used to generate an SSL certificate. You can create a CSR using the openssl command-line tool.

Installing an SSL certificate depends on the type of server you are using. Consult your server documentation for instructions.