How to Install a Comodo Positive SSL
We have amalgamated all CSR information into one comprehensive article, please refer: How to Generate a CRS […]
What and Where is my Web Server?
Please contact your web host provider and request the details from them. You may send the information to support@domains.co.za and we shall send you the link for instructions on how to upload an SSL Certificate for that specific server. […]
Why is it necessary to Install an Intermediate SSL Certificate?
The GeoTrust root hierarchy is now 2048 Bit RSA Key for higher security, all new certificates will require the installation of the new RapidSSL Intermediate CA along with the SSL Certificate. […]
What Requirements do I need to buy a SSL Certificate?
Please provide the following information: a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) administration contact information technical contact information Company detail Company registration documentationNote: Company documentation is dependent on the specific SSL Certificate that you are looking to purchase. If in doubt, please contact support@domains.co.za […]
What are the Differences between Domain Validated (DV), Organization (Business) Validated (OV) and Extended Validated (EV) SSL Certificates?
Domain Validated (DV) Only the domain name will be verified by the Certificate Authorities (CA) Organization or Business Validated (OV)The business will be verified through the provision of the required company documentation to the Certificate Authority (CA) and your company details will be shown on the Certificate. Extended Validated (EV) This is the highest level of security currently available. The Certificate Authorities will require Company details, Company documentation and Ownership details – this information will be shown on the SSL Certificate. The CA will contact the South African provider with regard to the equivalent documentation as listed here. This Certificate will display a Green URL address bar in High se […]
What is Browser Recognition and how does it function with an SSL Certificate?
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a security protocol that requires a web server and browser to work together to establish an encrypted channel for the exchange of information. Seamless trust between a browser and server depends on the browser’s ability to trust the SSL provider. When Servers and Browsers connect the following happens: the browser requests identification the server sends a copy of the SSL certificate the browser checks whether it trusts the SSL certificate when the browser trusts the SSL Certificate, it then replies to the server the server returns a digitally signed acknowledgement to start an SSL encrypted session Encrypted data can now be shared between the browser and the server Trusting the SSL CertificateA […]
GeoTrust True Site Seal
A Sign of Security A GeoTrust® True Site Seal is available with every GeoTrust® SSL Certificate and shows web site visitors that their information is protected. Add the GeoTrust® True Site Seal to your home page, buy page, login, or any other, page on your authenticated site where visitors need to verify your website. Choose the Right Seal The type of True Site Seal available for your GeoTrust® SSL-protected website depends on the GeoTrust® SSL Certificate you purchased. FEATURE QuickSSL® Premium True BusinessID® SSL Certificates True Site Seal Seal Display Dynamically generated by GeoTrust® servers Dynamically generated by GeoTrust® servers Website Profile Information Click seal to verify domain Click seal to ver […]
When Should I Get An SSL Certificate And How Does It Work?
If you are in the process of setting up your website and you feel you may need a SSL Certificate, then read on.
SSL means Secure Sockets Layer and it provides secure technology for creating encrypted links between a browser and a web server. This encryption allows data to be sent over the internet.
Should your website require your users to enter personal information, or even an email address, it is recommended that you install a SSL Certificate on the server that hosts your website.
Every website that processes online payments, or accepts online ordering should have a SSL Certificate to ensure privacy of customer information. A secure website usually displays as https:// with a small padlock icon in the browser’s address ba […]
What Approver Email Addresses are used in the Domain Validation?
An Approver email address will be used during the order process of a Domain Validated SSL Certificate. An email requesting approval will be sent to the designated Approver email address. The following generic email addresses may be used: admin@your-domain-name.co.za administrator@your-domain-name.co.za hostmaster@your-domain-name.co.za webmaster@your-domain-name.co.za postmaster@your-domain-name.co.za Applicants must choose a generic address from the list above to prove that they administer the domain name purchasing the SSL Certificate. […]
How do you Issue a SSL Certificate?
There are various validation processes utilised, for the different types of SSL Certificates. One of the main ones being a real-time automated email verification. Domain Validated (DV) SSL Certificates always use an automated Approver Email system. The verifications are done to ensure that the domain owner is in fact the holder of the SSL Certificate. At the end of the day an SSL Certificate is used to satisfy your website users that you are who you claim to be. […]