When people visit your website, they should feel confidents that they’re browsing safely and securely. Unfortunately, if you don’t have some form of secure sockets layer (SSL) certificate in place and readily visible, you could be scaring visitors away – and putting their information at risk.
There are many types of SSL certificates available today, including multi-domain and wildcard certificates. However, one specific option you may want to consider (especially if you run an eCommerce business) is an extended validation (EV) SSL certificate.
What Is an Extended Validation SSL Certificate?
Specifically, an EV SSL certificate provides all of the basic benefits of a standard certificate with the added protection of eCommerce transaction encryption. This means that any financial or personal data you collect from a customer on your site is automatically encrypted. As a result, even if a hacker attempts to gain access to this information, it will require a special key to be decoded. This includes payment information (such as credit card numbers and billing ZIP codes) and the customer’s personal data.
Once you’ve obtained an extended validation SSL certificate, it will be displayed on your website. Likewise, commonly used browsers (such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, and Safari) will indicate when a certificate is valid.
Benefits of EV SSL Certificates for eCommerce Businesses
For eCommerce businesses, it’s almost always worth getting an EV SSL as opposed to another type of SSL certificate. This is because eCommerce businesses tend to handle a lot of sensitive payment information – and this type of certificate is the only one that will encrypt that data.
Meanwhile, having an EV SSL will still provide the additional protection and peace of mind your site needs against cyber-attacks, phishing schemes, and other online threats.
Choosing the SSL Certificate That’s Right for You
Having the right SSL certificate can make all the difference in protecting data and helping customers feel comfortable visiting and making purchases on your eCommerce website. However, an SSL certificate can only do so much if you don’t have the right hosting plan in place.
An extended validation SSL certificate in conjunction with a dedicated server is the best combination for security and peace of mind. Dedicated server hosting provides the built-in security features (such as standard DDoS protection, data backups, and more) that your site needs to protect its information.
At ReliableSite, we’re happy to offer a wide range of dedicated hosting plans to suit your eCommerce business. Furthermore, our dedicated servers are fully customizable, so you can get exactly what you need without paying for anything you don’t. We also offer the SSL certificates you’re looking for at reasonable prices, whether it be a multi-domain certificate or an extended validation option. If you’re still not sure which is right for you, our experienced and knowledgeable team can help you make a decision.
Ready to make the switch to a dedicated server with unrivaled security and easy access to the SSL certificates you need? Reach out to ReliableSite today. We’re here to help!