Secure Socket Layer Certificate

SSL Certificate

• SSL stands for Secure Socket Layer.
• It is a standard secure technology for establishing an encrypted link between a web server and client.
• It is used for sending confidential data over the Internet.
• SSL allows sensitive information such as credit card numbers, social security numbers and login details such as username & password.
• It secures millions of peoples data on the Internet every day during online transaction or transmitting confidential information.
• When a user sends confidential information to web server, the browser accesses the server's digital certificate and creates a secure connection.

SSL Certificate contains the following information

• Certificate holder's name.
• Certificate's serial number and expiry date.
• Copy of the certificate holder's public key.
• Digital signature of the certificate-issuing authority.

Advantages of SSL Certificate

• Encrypts information.
• Authentication improves customer's trust.
• While selling a SSL Certificate, the provider performs multiple checks for your identity.
• Guards against phishing attacks.
• Better search engine rankings.

Disadvantages of SSL Certificate

• Performance.
• Cost.
• Expired certificate.
• Good Hosting.