ssl certificates

Q. What is SSL certificate ?

Ans : SSL stands for Secure Sockets Layer. It is a protocol developed by Netscape. It is installed on a secure server to communicate securely with its web clients. If the SSL certificate is not installed on the server then any information sent to a website can be intercepted and viewed by anyone.

Q. What are advantages of having dedicated SSL certificate ?

Ans : Main advantage of having dedicated SSL is to gain trust of your potential buyers. Some customers may feel uncomfortable to put their credit card details on a website which has different secure URL. If you want your customers to put their credit card details on your shopping cart then dedicated SSL is much better. Dedicated SSL also shows that the SSL Certificate is in your company name and dedicated to your website.

Q. Are SSL ceritficates necessary for e-commerce site ?

Ans :- SSL is a protocol which is responsible for transmitting private documents via the Internet in secured way. It's benefits are to have a secure site so that you can use the shopping cart or any other oscommerce cart on your website. SSL allows you to browse your site with "https://" instead of "http://". SSL certificate is a must for e-commerce site as its ensures that the confidential information like credit card numbers and bank account information entered by your customers remains secure.

An entry level Malware monitoring service is now included with all of our DomainSSL, OrganizationSSL and Extended Validation certificates. Securely provided from a HackAlert Cloud, malware scans will be performed daily on up to 10 pages of your website. Our support department will then be notified if Malware is detected and liaise with you directly in order to remove the malware and help prevent it happening again. Upgrade options are available during the order process for larger scanning requirements.

DomainSSL DomainSSL Wild Card Organisation SSL Organisation SSL Wild Card Extended SSL Activates Browser Padlock Activates Browser Green Address Bar Vetting Standard Domain Validated + AP Checks Domain Validated + AP Checks Organization Authentication Organization Authentication Extended Validation Organization Authentication Validity period 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year 1 year Issuance Speed 5 minutes 5 minutes 1 - 2 business days 1 - 2 business days 3 - 5 business days Secured by GlobalSign Site Seal Secures both www and non-www Support IP Address Support Subject Alternative names (SANs) Strong SGC Security Encryption Strength 128 to 256 bit 128 to 256 bit 128 to 256 bit 128 to 256 bit 128 to 256 bit Number of Server Licenses Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Unlimited Malware Monitoring Unlimited Reissuances / Replacements Underwritten Waranty $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 100,000 $ 100,000 $ 250,000 All Browser Support Mobile Device Support Free Installation Healthcheck Monthly Pricing £ 5.00 £ 8.00 £ 8.00 £ 17.00 £ 28.00