SSL Basics

Is It Possible to Have One SSL Certificate for Multiple Domains?

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The simple answer is a resounding Yes! You absolutely can use one SSL certificate for multiple domains — or one SSL certificate for multiple subdomains in addition to domains. To understand why and how you can do it , we need to take a look at SSL/TLS certificates and some of its various types. Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security (TLS) are cryptographic protocols that enable end to end encrypted communication between a client machine and a web server. When you decide to install an SSL/TLS certificate on your web Continue Reading

Multi Domain SSL vs Wildcard SSL — What You Should Know

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SSL/TLS certificates play a significant role in web security. Most business owners are moving their websites to HTTPS  in part due to Google’s initiative to flag sites not using SSL/TLS certificates as “not secure,” and because they see the benefits of installing an SSL/TLS certificate on their web servers. With cyber-crime on the rise, using SSL/TLS certificates is integral to building trust with users and taking a step toward improved digital security. SSL/TLS certificates ensure that the communication channel between your client browser and the server you’re connecting to is Continue Reading

Comodo PositiveSSL vs InstantSSL

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What is the difference between Positive SSL and Instant SSL? Which one is better?  If you are thinking selecting the most appropriate SSL certificate for your website is a confusing process, you’re not alone! With so many SSL certificate varieties, anyone can feel lost. In this article, we compare two of the most popular SSL certificate brands — Comodo Positive SSL and Instant SSL.   Comodo PositiveSSL and InstantSSL are rebranded as Sectigo PositiveSSL and InstantSSL. We hope this PositiveSSL vs InstantSSL guide will provide you some helpful insights in choosing the right SSL certificate. Positive SSL vs Instant SSL: A Look at the Similarities  Positive SSL and Instant SSL are offered by the same parent organization or Continue Reading

Pros and Cons of Wildcard SSL Certificates — An Expert Review

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Is a wildcard SSL certificate really worth buying? Explore the advantages and disadvantages of a wildcard SSL certificate  Are you looking for the best SSL certificate for securing your website and its subdomains? You may have heard that a wildcard SSL certificate will be the best fit. But is it so? Are there any disadvantages of using a wildcard SSL certificate? You have every right to investigate. After all, a wildcard SSL is almost eight times more expensive than a regular SSL certificate. So, let’s do a quick reality check concerning the advantages and disadvantages of a wildcard SSL certificate. In this article, we’ll weigh the Continue Reading

SSL Renewals: Renew SSL Certificate Now!

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Everything you need to know to renew SSL certificate! When and How Do I Renew My SSL Certificate? You can renew an SSL certificate up to 90 days before its expiry date.   Ideally, you should buy, generate a certificate signing request (CSR), complete the SSL validation process, and install the new SSL certificate before the expiry date. So, as soon as your old certificate expires, it will be replaced by the new certificate automatically.  Technically, as soon as the CA issues/renews the certificate, it becomes activate. Now, there will be two SSL certificates existing on your server simultaneously. But this is normal and doesn’t cause any problems.  If Continue Reading

Wildcard SSL Certificate Price Comparison

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Not sure which wildcard SSL certificate gives the most bang for your buck? We’ve got your answer: Wildcard SSL Certificate Price Comparison If you’re not sure whether a wildcard SSL certificate is right for your website or is it a cost-efficient option, you have landed on the right article! First, we have a few questions: Do you own multiple subdomains? Or, are you planning to have multiple subdomains for your primary domain in the future? If you aren’t sure what subdomains are, see the following examples: Your Primary Domain: Example.com Continue Reading

SSL Vs. Wildcard SSL Certificate – Which SSL Certificate Should I Choose?

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SSL/TLS certificates are the foundation of website security. They encrypt the data transferred between the client and server over the wire and provide third-party verification of the applicant’s business identity. Wildcard Certificate Vs. Regular Certificate Depending upon your business needs, you can get a single certificate for each domain that you want to secure or get a single certificate that can accommodate multiple domains and/or subdomains. All SSL certificates have a field called the website’s common name (also referred to as the host or the domain name) which dictates the Continue Reading

What is The Difference Between SSL and TLS?

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When considering the difference between SSL and TLS, you’ll find that the main difference lies in what is still in use. SSL has been deprecated, but because SSL evolved into the brand new and “shiny” TLS, the industry has decided to refer to it as SSL/TLS or only TLS. However, there are technical differences between the two types of cryptographic protocols as well. SSL vs TLS SSL (secure sockets layer) and TLS (transport layer security) were developed to provide a secure, encrypted communication channel to protect end users’ privacy and Continue Reading

What is Multi Domain Wildcard SSL and How Does It Work?

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If you need to get an SSL/TLS certificate for more than one domain and multiple levels of subdomains, the multi-domain wildcard SSL certificate would be the perfect fit for your business. It takes away the hassles of managing multiple certificates for your entire portfolio of websites. How a Multi Domain Wildcard SSL Certificate Differs from Other SSL Certificates Still not quite sure how it all works? Let’s consider the following example: Our friend Bob is a very successful businessman and has multiple websites for different lines of business with various Continue Reading

How to Renew Email Signing Certificates

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Your step-by-step guide to the email signing certificate renewal process Email signing certificates, personal authentication certificates, personal ID certificates, and S/MIME certificates. Regardless of what you call them, renewing an email signing certificate is a quick and straightforward process. If you bought your email signing certificate from SectigoStore, you’ll get renewal reminders a month before the certificate’s expiry date. You’ll just need to click on the link provided in the email and follow the instructed steps. If you have any other brands’ email signing certificate, you can change your certificate Continue Reading