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SSL is the acronym for Secure Sockets Layer and is the Internet standard security technology used to establish an encrypted (or safe) link between a web server (website) and your browser (i.e. Internet Explorer, Chrome, Firefox, etc…). This secured link ensures that the data/information that is passed from your web browser to the web server remain private; meaning safe from hackers or anyone trying to spy/steal that info. SSL is the industry standard and is used by millions of websites to protect and secure any sensitive or private data that is sent through their website. One of the most common things SSL is used for is protecting a customer during an online transaction.

To establish a secured SSL connection on a web server it requires an SSL Certificate to be properly installed. When completing the process to activate SSL on your web server you will be asked to complete a number of questions to verify the identity of your domain and your company. Once properly completed, your web server will create 2 types of cryptographic keys – one is called aPrivate Key and the other is called thePublic Key.

The Public Keyisn’t a secret and it’s placed into something called aCertificate Signing Requestor most commonly referred to as the CSR. The CSR is a file that contains all the data of your details. Once this CSR is generated, you can begin the SSL application process. During this process, the Certification Authority (CA) will go through the validation process to verify your submitted details and then once verified will issue an SSL Certificate with your details and allow you to use SSL. Your web server will automatically match the CA issued SSL Certificate to your Private Key. This means you are now ready to establish an encrypted and secure link between your website and your customer's web browser.

SSL protocol is complex, but the complexities always remain invisible to your customers. Instead the browser they are using provides them with a key indicator letting them know that their session is currently protected by an SSL encryption–sometimes it is the lock icon in the lower right-hand corner, or the addition of an “s” in https rather than just http, on high-end SSL Certificates, a key indicator is the green bar in the browser. Clicking on the indicators will display all the details about it. All trusted Certification Authorities issue SSL Certificates to either legit companies or legally accountable individuals.

Generally speaking, SSL Certificatesinclude and display (at least one or all) your domain name, your company name, your address, your city, your state and your country. It also always has an expiration date of that particular certificate and of course the details of the Certification Authority responsible for issuingthe certificate. Browser connect to a secured site and then retrieves the site's SSL Certificate and first makes sure that it has not expired, then it checks to see if it was issued by a known Certification Authority that the browser trusts, and then that it is actually being used by the website that is was actually issued to. If any one of these parameters does not check out properly, the browser will display a warning to the user to let them know that this site is not secure by SSL. It says to leave or proceed with extreme caution. That is the last thing you would want to say to your potential customer. That is why SSL is of high importance to any successful company doing business on the web.

The number of businesses that use SSL have increased tremendously over the past few years and the reasons for which SSL is used has also increased, for example:

• Some businesses need SSL to simply provide confidentiality (i.e. encryption)
• Some businesses like to use SSL to add more trust or confidence in security and identity (they want you to know that they are a legitimate company and can prove it)

As the reasons companies use for SSL have become wider, three different types of SSL Certificates have been established:

Extended Validation (EV) SSL Certificates are issued only when a Certification Authority (CA) checks to make sure that the applicant actually has the right to the specific domain name plusthe CA conducts a very THOROUGH vetting (investigation) of the organization. The issuance process of EV Certificates is standardized and is strictly outlined in the EV Guidelines, which was created at the CA/Browser Forum in 2007,specifies the required steps that a CA must do before issuing an EV certificate:

1. Must verify the legal, physical & operational existence of the entity
2. Must verify that the identity of the entity matches official records
3. Must verify that the entity has the exclusive right to use the domain specified in the EV Certificate
4. Must verify that the entity has properly authorized the issuance of the EV Certificate

EV Certificates are used for all types of businesses, including government entities and both incorporated & unincorporated businesses. Takes about 10 days to issue. A second set of guidelines are for the actual CA and it establishes the criteria to which a CA needs to be audited before being allowed to issue an EV Certificate. It is called, the EV Audit Guidelines, and they are always done every year to ensure the integrity of the issuance process. Organization Validation (OV) SSL Certificatesare issued only when a Certification Authority (CA) checks to make sure that the applicant actually has the right to the specific domain name plusthe CAdoes some vetting (investigation) of the said organization. This additional vetted company info is displayed to customers when the Secure Site Seal is clicked on, this gives enhanced visibility to who is behind the site which in turn gives enhanced trust in the site.Takes about 2 days to issue. Domain Validation (DV) SSL Certificatesare issued when the CA checks to make sure that the applicant actually has the right to the specific domain name. No company identity information is vetted and no information is displayed other than encryption information within the Secure Site Seal. DV certs can be issued immediately.

PositiveSSL Certificates

128 bit SSL Certificates designed for encrypting web sites for low volume online transactions. Trusted by over 99.3% of current Internet users, Positive SSL is the solution for new websites or environments where trust has been established and entity verification (for identity assurance) is not needed. Positive SSL Certificates carry a $10,000 warranty.

Buy New OR Renew Your PositiveSSL Certificates

• Domain validated certificate
• 2048 bit Industry Standard SSL Certificate
• Trusted by all popular Browsers
• 99.3% Browser Compatibility
• 128/256 bit encryption
• 30 day Refund Policy
• $10,000 relying party warranty
• Email and web support
• Starting at only $9.95 per year
• Unlimited Re-Issuance Policy
• Unlimited server licenses

Price:
Starting at only per year, Positive SSL is one the most cost effective SSL Certificate available today. SSL certificates can be purchased for a term of up to 10 years.

Each certificate also comes with unlimited server licensing included in the price – meaning you are free to install it on as many physical servers as you wish.

Coverage:
Your browser ubiquity is a key element when choosing an SSL provider. Positive SSL is trusted by 99.3% of the current Internet population. This is equivalent to more expensive Certificates from Thawte.

Build customer confidence in your website
By displaying a PositiveSSL seal on your site, you instantly inform your customers that you use 128 bit SSL encryption to protect confidential data, (e.g. credit card information) during online transactions.

Industry Leading Expert Support:
Comodo, the company behind every SSL we sell, and we have a well-earned reputation industry lea ding customer care and technical support. As a valued SSL customer, you can expect prompt support for any issues you may face or questions you may have during any stage of applying, installing or using your SSL Certificate.

Essential SSL Certificates

Issued within 10 minutes, an Essential SSL Certificate provides a quick cost-effective solution to secure your customer transactions. More importantly, your customers are assured that it is safe to do business with you because sensitive information is encrypted and remains private.

Features & Benefits

• Domain validated, 2048-bit industry SSL certificate
• Hassle-free SSL certificate issuance 24/7
• Unlimited server licenses
• Automated validation - no paperwork
• FREE site seal
• Risk free 30-day refund policy
• Unlimited re-issuance Policy
• Free registration in IDAuthority
• Trusted by all popular browsers with 99.3% ubiquity
• $10,000 relying party warranty

Rapidssl Certificate

Secure Your Site Fast, for Less
RapidSSL® Certificates help you keep your customers' transactions secure with strong encryption, and you'll speed through enrollment with automated domain control validation. We keep our costs down and pass the savings on to you.

RapidSSL Wildcard Certificates

Secure Unlimited Sub-Domains Fast, for Less
RapidSSL® Wildcard Certificates help you secure all your subdomains with one, low-cost SSL certificate issued to *.yourdomain.com. We help you keep your customers' transactions secure with strong encryption and you'll speed through enrollment with automated domain control validation.

Rapidssl Certificate

Secure Your Site Fast, for Less
RapidSSL® Certificates help you keep your customers' transactions secure with strong encryption, and you'll speed through enrollment with automated domain control validation. We keep our costs down and pass the savings on to you.

RapidSSL Features

• Fast issuance and easy install
• 9 9+% browser support
• Up to 256-bit SSL encryption
• Free reissues
• Free support by web and email
• $10,000 warranty
• 7-day money back guarantee!

RapidSSL Wildcard

Secure Unlimited Subdomains Fast, For Less
RapidSSL® Wildcard Certificates help you secure all your subdomains with one, low-cost SSL certificate issued to *.yourdomain.co m. We help you keep your customers' transactions secure with strong encryption and you'll speed through enrollment with automated domain control validation.

Buy New Or Renew Your RapidSSL Wildcard Certificates

RapidSSL Wildcard Features

• Unlimited subdomains secured
• Fast issuance and easy install
• 9 9+% browser support
• Up to 256-bit SSL encryption
• Free reissues
• Free support by web and email
• $5,000 warranty
• 7-day money back guarantee!

GeoTrust True BusinessID with Extended Validation (EV)

Make a strong security statement with the green address bar. GeoTrust® True BusinessID with EV (Extended Validation) is our premium business-class SSL security product, visually confirming the highest level of authentication available among SSL certificates.

The green bar says it all. If the GeoTrust True BusinessID with EV certificate could talk, it would say "Look at me! You are very secure." Web site visitors really notice when the address bar turns green in their high-security browsers and the organization field starts to rotate between your business name and GeoTrust.

Buy New OR Renew Your GeoTrust True BusinessID with Extended Validation (EV)

Key Benefits

• Save time and money with an inexpensive and convenient EV SSL certificate
• Show customers you care about their security by getting your EV SSL certificate from a credible security company
• Protect your brand from phishing schemes by using the strongest, high security SSL certificate

Features

• Security: business identity authentication, strong 256-bit encryption, 2048-bit root
• Assurance: $500K USD warranty, GeoTrust dynamic True Site Seal trustmark
• Convenience: issued in up to 10 days, 1-2 year validity options
• Cost-effective: unlimited server licenses, unlimited free reissues for certificate lifetime
• Universality: support for more than 99% of browsers and most mobile device browsers
• Bonus: secure domain.com for free when you order www.domain.com
• Multiplicity: UC/SAN / Multi-Domain options available

Why GeoTrust? The internet’s one million most-visited domains rely on GeoTrust SSL more than any other certificate authority. * GeoTrust is the largest low-cost SSL brand solely focused on security. With GeoTrust, you get inexpensive SSL without sacrificing convenience, choice or reliability. We’re a trusted security partner with a proven track record for reliability, quality and convenience.

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