All types of SSL certificates secure web service and users from hackers. The basis is here to encrypt data sent through the website, so that only intended recipients can access them. Additionally, SSL protects data against modification after being sent. The information about SSL certificate is visible in the way of writing web address, because it begins with https -not just http.
There are different types of SSL certificates validation:
- The easiest to obtain - DV (domain validation)
- A little more advanced - OV (orgnization validation)
- The most secure - EV (extended validation)
Safety is a basic feature and advantage of SSL certificates, but not only. The clear value for your company is your image - green address bar gives customers clear information about trusted site. Additionally, SSL has impact on the positioning in Google. According to the latest guidelines for webmasters Google mentions support for sites that are secured with a SSL certificate. It is quite clear message saying that Google wants to support sites that are safe for users.
Not otherwise did Mozilla - one of the most popular web browsers support the company's website, which have https. Unsecured sites have information about potential danger which definitely effects on the range of the bounce rate for your website.
At that time, more frequent leaks of data becomes extremely important. More and more companies and institutions must act on the basis of securing SSL certificate, because otherwise does not meet the standards or legislative provisions related to the operation of a particular industry. Take advantage of SSL and select the right certificate today.
The European Union Agency for Network and Information Security (ENISA), which is the center of knowledge about cyber security in Europe, organizes as every year in October the European Cyber Security Month. The campaign is starting in a few days. What is its purpose and how can you participate in it?
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a 99-article regulation meant to protect the private data of Europeans in IT systems. Announced in 2016, covers a broad variety of topics and will go into effect as a requirement on May 25, 2018. GDPR applies to any company doing business in Europe even if it is located elsewhere.
In November this year we wrote about the need to replace SSL certificates issued by Symantec Group. Find out the dates when you need to re-issue your certificates.