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Category: SSLs

How Does SSL Encryption Actually Work?

An SSL Certificate is a piece of code called a digital computer file which serves a dual function. Namely, Site Authenticity and Verification, as well as Encryption of the Data being transferred between your browser and that website. Theoretically, it is similar to locked doors being opened with the appropriate key. Encryption is similar, in that the ‘key’ becomes a piece of code for you to unlock the information that you are trying to access. Each SSL Session has 2 Keys: Public Key: This is used to encrypt the information and make it unreadable. Private Key: This is used to decrypt the encrypted information into a readable format again. The Process: Each individual SSL Certificate is for a specific server and website dom […]

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How To Know If A Website Has A Valid SSL Certificate?

Understanding how to check if a website has a valid SSL Certificate is important for your peace of mind in safe browsing. There are multiple ways to tell if a site is secured with an SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) Certificate. Knowing what these indicators are, enhances online safety and lets you make informed decisions about the websites you visit.  How to Know if a Website Has a Valid SSL Certificate Additional Information The Importance of SSL Certificates for Website Security and User Trust: Consequences of Not Identifying Active SSLs How to Know if a Website Has a Valid SSL Certificate  When a website has an SSL Certificate installed, the two main indicators are that the URL in the browser address bar will have the htt […]

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Where can I Use an SSL Certificate?

An SSL Certificate can be used anywhere where the transmission of secure information is required, and the customers need to see that this is so. Here are some instances where it can be used: To secure data transfer between your client’s browser and your website’s server. To secure data transfer over an internal intranet. To secure email data transfer from a private email address or your network. To secure data transfer between two server, whether internal or external. To secure data transfer between mobile devices. […]

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What Are The Different Types of SSL Certificates?

The various types of SSL Certificates (Secure Socket Layer), which are digital protocols that authenticate a website’s identity and enable an encrypted connection between web browsers and servers. These certificates are important for enhancing website security and visitor trust by securing data transfers to protect sensitive information. In this guide, we will explore the various types of SSL certificates available, each offering different levels of certification and validation. Types of SSL CertificatesDomain Validated (DV) SSL CertificateOrganisation Validated (OV) SSL CertificateExtended Validated (EV) SSL CertificateWildcard CertificateOther Types of SSL CertificatesHow to Install a Free SSL CertificateAdditional Infor […]

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Why Are Domains.co.za SSL Certificate Prices Are Cheaper Than SSL Providers?

Why Domains.co.za SSL Certificate Prices Are Cheaper Than SSL Providers At Domains.co.za we bulk purchase SSL Certificates (Secure Sockets Layer) from the most reputable global SSL suppliers, this allows to provide our clients with SSL Certificate prices that are cheaper than the SSL provider’s prices to the general public. We are viewed as “diamond” partners because of our agreements and long-standing connections with these providers. This enables us to obtain more affordable prices, which we subsequently transfer to our clients, saving you money on your SSL purchase and even enabling us to provide complimentary certificates along with our hosting packages. Why Domains.co.za SSL Certificate Prices Are Cheaper Than SSL P […]

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I don’t see a Domain Approver Email listed, how can I change it?

A Domain Approval email is only sent through to an email address that appears on your domain Whois records. It will be necessary to either create a Domain Approver Email and send it to one of the accounts listed in Whois. Alternatively, you may update an email address in the domain Whois record. Here is a list of the Domain Approver Email Addresses: – admin@your-domain-name.co.za – administrator@your-domain-name.co.za – hostmaster@your-domain-name.co.za.co.za – webmaster@your-domain-name.co.za.co.za – postmaster@your-domain-name.co.za.co.za […]

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Glossary of Terms – SSL Terminology

Understanding SSL terminology and the different types of SSL Certificates and their specific benefits is vital for maintaining online security and earning user trust, whether running a small blog or a large e-commerce site. SSL Certificates, provided by trusted Certification Authorities (CAs), are essential for encrypting data and authenticating your website’s identity Understanding SSL CertificatesHow to Install a Free SSL CertificateTypes of SSL CertificatesDV SSL Certificate – Domain ValidatedEV SSL Certificate – Extended ValidatedOV SSL Certificate – Organisation ValidatedSAN SSL Certificate – Subject Alternative NameTLS Certificate – Transport Layer SecurityWildcard SSL CertificateUCC Certificate – Unified Communication […]

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