SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a widely used protocol to establish a secure tunnel between browser and server allowing the crucial information (passwords, credit card numbers, etc) to travel through securely. The process between a secure site and a visitor's browser is called 'SSL handshake' or an Online Certificate Status Protocol (OCSP).
SSL Secure Site Seals are "trust marks" that enhance customer confidence and trust in online transactions.
Confused with all the available SSL certificate options? Here's break down for you.
SSL benefits included with all our certificates
Features |
Domain SSL |
Organization SSL |
Extended SSL
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Browser Displays | Padlock | Padlock | Green Address Bar |
Vetting Requirements | Right to use domain | Right to use domain and full company vetting | Rights to use domain and extended company vetting, including confirming the legal, operational and physical existence. |
Malware monitoring | Scan of unknown malware | Scan of known & unknown malware | Scan of known & unknown malware |
Phishing detection alerts | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Secures both www.domain.com and domain.com | Yes | Yes | |
Underwritten warranty | $10k | $1.25 million | $1.5 million |
Compatible with all browsers and mobile devices | Yes | Yes | |
Secure site seal included | Yes | Yes | |
Certificate Transparency (CT) Compliant | Yes | Yes | |
Free reissues and unlimited server licensing | Yes | Yes | |
Free access to GlobalSign's Certificate Inventory Tool and SSL Server Test | Yes | Yes | |
Wildcard *additional costs apply |
Yes (Unlimited subdomains) |
Yes (Unlimited subdomains) |
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Multi-Domain (Subject Alternative Names) *additional costs apply |
Up to 100 subdomains | Up to 100 subdomains, top level domains, or public IP addresses | Up to 100 subdomains or top level domains |
Secure Now | Secure Now | Secure Now |