Category Archives: news

Why subdomains and what are the SSL options?

Subdomains have some key benefits, but some companies shy away from them because they’re not sure about whether each one needs their own SSL Certificate. Fact is you have a number of encryption choices. In today’s blog we’ll explore this topic so you can understand your options.

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Private SSL vs. Shared SSL — what you need to know

When it comes to protecting your website with Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) encryption, there are a bunch of factors to consider when choosing the right one for your needs. One of the things people get confused about is the difference between a Private vs. Shared SSL Certificate.
In fact there are three main types to choose from, and we’re going to break them down for you.


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Clearing up the confusion: SSL vs Code Signing Certificates

We’ve had questions from people scratching their heads about the difference between SSL Certificates and Code Signing Certificates. Because both use public-key encryption, are they interchangeable? The short answer is no. Let’s explore why.

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Which SSL certificate authority is best? Sectigo vs GoDaddy

We’re all about helping SSL buyers make the right choices for their needs. And we’ve heard that our customers want to know the difference between the biggest Certificate Authorities (SSL providers) in the playing field — Sectigo (our partner) and GoDaddy. Your wish is our command. So let’s get into it.

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Don’t let your HTTPS expire–what you need to know

A website SSL Certificate, also seen as HTTPS in URLs, is essential these days. It’s especially easy for larger organizations that have multiple domains and subdomains to let one or more SSL certificates slip through the net. This article will explain why you can’t let this happen, and how to make sure it doesn’t.

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What are wildcards? Your guide to ‘Wild’ website encryption

 The term ‘Wildcard’ means an asterisk (*) symbol that matches any character or set of characters. But to put it in a more fun way, this type of SSL Certificate lets you go wild with adding unlimited subdomains under one HTTPS umbrella. This blog will tell you everything you need to know about SSL Wildcards, so you can decide if getting one is the right fit for your online needs.

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