SSL Certificate

 

Before I explain how to install SSL, let’s take a look at what it is. SSL certificates contain cryptographic keys that identify the organisation.

Using SSL, or Secure Sockets Layer, web browsers and servers are able to communicate encrypted.

In the past, SSL certificates were only available on websites that handled financial transactions and collected personal information. This way, the web server and browser could communicate securely. Installing it on your website (webserver) activates the padlock and HTTPS protocol.

As SSL certificates became increasingly popular, social media sites embraced them. Google began urging all sites to have them. An SSL certificate binds two things:

 

  1. Hostnames, domain names, or server names.
  2. Name and location of an organization (like a company name).

Standard SSL (1-Site)

£53.99 per year
Add to Cart

Protect 1 site.

  • Domain validation
  • SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption.
  • Boost SEO rankings
  • Fast issuance in 5min
  • Display HTTPS & padlock
  • Security trust seal
  • Support unlimited servers
  • Free unlimited reissues
  • $100,000 USD warranty

Standard SSL (5-Site)

£77.99 per year
Add to Cart

Protect 5 sites.

  • Domain validation
  • SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption
  • Boost SEO rankings
  • Fast issuance in 5min
  • Display HTTPS & padlock
  • Security trust seal
  • Support unlimited servers
  • Free unlimited reissues
  • $100,000 USD warranty

Standard SSL (Wildcard)

£273.99 per year
Add to Cart

Protect unlimited sub-domains.

  • Domain validation
  • SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption.
  • Boost SEO rankings
  • Fast issuance in 5min
  • Display HTTPS & padlock
  • Security trust seal
  • Support unlimited servers
  • Free unlimited reissues
  • $100,000 USD warranty

Premium SSL (1-Site)

£129.99 per year
Add to Cart

Protect 1 site.

  • Extended validation
  • SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption.
  • Boost SEO rankings
  • Display HTTPS & padlock
  • Green address bar
  • Security trust seal
  • Support unlimited servers
  • Free unlimited reissues
  • $1,000,000 USD warranty

Premium SSL (5-Site)

£271.99 per year
Add to Cart

Protect 5 sites.

  • Extended validation
  • SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption.
  • Boost SEO rankings
  • Display HTTPS & padlock
  • Green address bar
  • Security trust seal
  • Support unlimited servers
  • Free unlimited reissues
  • $1,000,000 USD warranty

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some common SSL questions.

How does an SSL Certificate work?

A Secure Socket Layer (SSL) isn’t that complicated. With SSL
certificates, no matter which one you purchase, your website visitors
and you can communicate encrypted. No one else can spy on you or steal sensitive data. In addition, it verifies the legitimacy
of your website.

When I purchase my SSL Certificate, how do I install it?

A Welcome email will be sent to you with easy instructions once your SSL
A certificate is issued. It will take the Certificate Authority between 10
minutes and ten days to complete setup after activation, depending on
the Validation level you choose.

When people visit my site, how will they know it is secure?

In their browser, users will see an encrypted padlock and ‘HTTPS://’ when
they type your website’s domain name. In addition, you’ll receive a Site
Seal to display on your website. An SSL Certificate verifies your
company’s legitimacy, not just your domain name, to increase your
customer’s trust.

Why do you need SSL?

All website owners should strive to install SSL certificates on their
sites. Google lists sites that aren’t protected by SSL certificates as
not secure and do not rank them as highly as sites encrypted by SSL
certificates. By installing an SSL certificate, you can increase SEO, protect your customers, and assure them that your platform is secure.