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Why Your Website Needs an SSL Certificate: Security, Trust, and SEO Benefits
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Introduction
What is an SSL certificate?
How Does SSL Work?
The Importance of an SSL Certificate
1. Enhanced Security Against Cyber Threats
2. Builds Trust with Visitors
3. Boosts SEO Rankings
4. Compliance with Data Protection Regulations
5. Prevents Phishing Attacks
Why Your Website Needs SSL
1. Customer Trust
2. Data Protection
3. SEO Benefits
4. Legal Compliance
5. Browser Requirements
Types of SSL Certificates
1. Based on Validation Level:
a) Domain Validation (DV) – Basic verification of domain ownership (SSL)
b) Organization Validation (OV) – Verifies both domain ownership and organization details (SSL)
c) Extended Validation (EV) Extended Validation (EV) – The highest level of validation, showing company details in the browser (SSL)
2. Based on Domain Coverage:
a) Single-Domain SSL
b) Wildcard SSL
c) Multi-Domain SSL (MDC)
d) Unified Communications Certificate (UCC)
The Cost of Not Having SSL
Implementing SSL
How to Get an SSL Certificate
Key Takeaways
Conclusion
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. How often do I need to renew my SSL certificate?
Q2. Will an SSL certificate slow down my website?
Q3. Do I need SSL if I’m not collecting sensitive information?
Q4. What happens if my SSL certificate expires?
Q5. Can I install an SSL certificate myself?
Q6. How much does an SSL certificate cost?
Q7. What’s the difference between HTTP and HTTPS?
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