What is an SSL certificate?

What is an SSL certificate?

An SSL certificate is a digital certificate that authenticates a website's identity and enables an encrypted connection. Companies need SSL certificates to secure online transactions and keep customer information private.

What does an SSL certificate contain?

An SSL certificate includes the domain name, the issuing certificate authority (CA), the CA's digital signature, associated subdomains, issue and expiration dates, and the public key.

Types of SSL certificates

• Domain Validated (DV): The CA only verifies domain control
• Organization Validated (OV): The CA verifies the organization's identity
• Extended Validation (EV): The most thorough validation process