An SSL certificate (Secure Sockets Layer certificate) is a digital security tool that protects the connection between a website and its visitors. It encrypts the information being shared — such as login details, personal data, or payment information — so that no one else can read or steal it.
When a website has SSL installed, you’ll notice:
1. A padlock icon in the browser
2. The website address starting with https:// instead of http://
3. A more secure connection for users
SSL certificates help build trust and are essential for modern websites. Search engines like Google also favor secure websites, which can improve your ranking and credibility.
In short, an SSL certificate keeps your website safe and gives visitors confidence that their information is protected.
Domain Validation (DV) is the most basic and widely used type of SSL certificate verification. It confirms that the person requesting the certificate owns or controls the domain. DV certificates are quick to issue, often within minutes, and are ideal for blogs, personal sites, small businesses, and any website that needs basic encryption.
An Organization Validation (OV) SSL certificate is a type of SSL certificate that verifies not just your domain name, but also your business or organization. Before issuing the certificate, the Certificate Authority (CA) checks official documents to confirm that your organization is real, legitimate, and legally registered.
An Extended Validation (EV) SSL certificate is the highest level of SSL certificate available. It provides the strongest authentication by verifying not only your domain and organization but also your legal, physical, and operational existence. EV SSL certificates are ideal for websites that handle sensitive data, such as e-commerce stores, banking portals, and payment platforms.
When you get an SSL certificate, you receive more than just encryption for your website
SSL Site Seal is a visual trust mark provided with your SSL certificate that shows visitors your website is secure. Typically displayed as a small badge or icon on your site, it reassures users that their data is protected by strong encryption and that your website has been verified by a trusted Certificate Authority (CA).
The encryption level of an SSL certificate indicates how securely your website’s data is protected. SSL uses advanced algorithms to scramble information exchanged between your website and its visitors, making it unreadable to hackers or unauthorized parties.
Browser Ubiquity refers to the compatibility of an SSL certificate across all major web browsers and devices. An SSL certificate with high browser ubiquity ensures that your website appears secure to every visitor, whether they use Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, or mobile browsers.
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