Category Archives: news

Do I need an SSL? Why it’s super important for  websites

SSL Certificates used to be a luxury, an added extra that you could do without when trying to cut website costs. Then around 2017 things started changing. Today, an SSL is essential for any website. This is not marketing hype, it’s just plain fact.

SSL is short for Secure Socket Layer encryption. Here’s why it’s so important for websites:

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Why Does Google Label Some Websites ‘Not Secure’?

You may have noticed that some websites are flagged as ‘Not Secure’ when you type their domain name into your browser. Since 2017, there have been rumbles about Google doing this.

Then in February 2018 they made an official announcement about “strongly advocating” HTTPS encryption. Let’s look at what this is all about.

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Get Smart About Going Anonymous Online

Going incognito online is not about being shady. There are many good reasons to conceal your identity. You might want to keep your data safe from hackers, or bypass government censorship. You may simply want to browse privately so your friends don’t tease you, like maybe having a secret fascination with unicorns! The point is that most people will want to be anonymous at times. This guide explores your options, with tips to overcome hurdles along the way.

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Why Are Google, Apple, and GoDaddy Revoking Certificates?

News has recently come to light that three of the biggest Certificate Authorities in the world are recalling millions of SSL certificates. “What?” I hear you cry. “How can this be?”.

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Obtaining an SSL for GoDaddy domains

Do you have a domain hosted with GoDaddy? Want to secure your website with an SSL certificate? This guide was created especially for you!

The security of your website is one of the most important things to keep in mind. An SSL certificate is vital for protecting your website from possible threats. It encrypts each session, including logins, payments and other sensitive data sent back and forth.

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Sectigo is the New Name of Comodo CA

Have you heard the big news? Our partner Comodo CA is changing its name to Sectigo! But don’t worry… As far as our customers are concerned, that’s all that’s changing. You will still get all the great technology, service and security you’ve come to expect. It’s just now it has a different name and brand. If reading’s not your thing, they’ve even done a video to explain the basics too.

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