An SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate is a digital certificate that authenticates a website’s identity and enables an encrypted connection. SSL is a standard security technology that ensures all data transmitted between a web server and a browser remains private and intact.Documentation Index
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Why is an SSL certificate important?
Encryption: SSL certificates encrypt data transferred between the server and the client, protecting sensitive information from being intercepted by third parties. Authentication: The certificate confirms that the website is truly who it claims to be, which increases credibility. SEO Benefits: Search engines, such as Google, prefer websites secured with SSL and may give them higher rankings. User Trust: Websites with an SSL certificate display a padlock icon in the address bar, which increases visitor trust.How to use certificates?
If we manage your website and domain, you don’t have to worry about a thing. We ensure security by installing a Cloudflare certificate, which allows for Server → Cloudflare authentication and automatically generates a new certificate every 3 months. If you manage the website yourself, there are 2 primary options:- Let’s Encrypt Certificate - An automatically generated certificate that, when the domain is correctly pointed, automatically renews every 2-3 months.
- Custom SSL Certificate - Requires manual installation. If you are using Cloudflare, you will need to upload your own Client Certificate.