OV SSL Certificate and Extended Validation (EV) SSL certificates offer a higher level of trust by verifying your company’s identity, not just domain control. These SSL certificates are ideal for businesses handling sensitive data, such as ecommerce stores, online service platforms, and authenticated user portals.
Domains.co.za offers multiple high-assurance SSL certificates under the True BusinessID® range. This comparison covers True BusinessID® (OV) and True BusinessID® + EV, helping you understand when the added EV layer is worth the investment.
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OV SSL Certificate: True BusinessID® vs True BusinessID® + EV
| Feature | True BusinessID® (OV) | True BusinessID® + EV |
| Validation | OV | EV (Extended Validation) |
| Company Name in Certificate | Yes | Yes + EV UI enhancements |
| Trust Seal | GeoTrust® seal | GeoTrust® seal |
| Warranty | $1,250,000 | $1,500,000 |
| Issuance | 1–5 days | 1–5 days |
| Encryption | 256-bit | 256-bit |
| Best For | Standard business security | Maximum trust and fraud protection |
When to Choose Each
Choose True BusinessID® (OV) if:
- You need strong security backed by verified company identity.
- Yours is an online business that doesn’t require EV-level trust.
- A cost-efficient SSL certificate for professional websites is your preference.
Choose True BusinessID® + EV if:
- You run a high-value ecommerce platform.
- The business collects sensitive or financial information.
- Exceptionally strong trust signals are necessary, including EV display and increased warranty.
- Your brand relies heavily on customer confidence and fraud protection.
Best Uses
- Company websites.
- Corporate portals.
- Online booking systems.
- Payment-enabled websites.
- Financial services platforms.
Additional Information
- EV SSL certificates undergo stricter validation, including legal, operational, and physical verification.
- Both include 256-bit encryption and the GeoTrust® Trust Seal.
- Supported across all major browsers, servers, and operating systems.
- Free installation on Domains.co.za servers.
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.
