Running your website and not having SSL certificate leaves your users and your business exposed. Without proper encryption, any information submitted through your site, including passwords, contact details, and payment data, can be intercepted by attackers during transmission.
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Risks of Not Having SSL Certificate?
Modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, and Edge, also flag non-secure (HTTP) websites with a clear “Not Secure” warning. This instantly damages trust and often causes visitors to leave before engaging with your content, which is a direct hit to your credibility and conversions.
From an SEO perspective, search engines actively prioritise secure (HTTPS) websites. Operating without an SSL certificate can therefore negatively impact your rankings, visibility, and overall organic performance.
Fortunately, a selection of Domains.co.za hosting plans include Free SSL Certificates, ensuring your website is encrypted, trusted, and protected from day one.
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Here’s why every website should run over HTTPS:
- Security: Prevents data theft, phishing attacks, and man-in-the-middle interception.
- Trust: Shows a secure padlock in the browser, reassuring visitors that your site is safe.
- SEO: Google and other search engines rank HTTPS websites higher than HTTP.
- Legal compliance: Supports your compliance with privacy and data protection laws like POPIA and GDPR.
- Brand reputation: Reinforces professionalism and trustworthiness, protecting your online image.
Login to Domains.co.za Account
1. Go to the Domains.co.za website Account Login page.
2. Enter your Email and Password and click the Sign In button.
3. You will see the Domains.co.za Dashboard, displaying the Manage Account menu on the left and your Account Information, Account Overview and Open Support Tickets on the right.
