At present, the network information leakage situation is serious. In order to better protect the data security of enterprises/organizations and avoid greater losses, most enterprises choose to install and deploy SSL certificates for websites. Once the enterprise information is leaked, it will cause serious economic losses for the enterprise/organization, and the reputation of the enterprise/organization will be greatly reduced. What should enterprises focus on in order to select the right SSL certificate?

1.Understanding SSL certificates

To rent the right SSL certificates, enterprises should first understand the types of SSL certificates. Generally, SSL certificates are classified into single-domain name certificates and multi-domain name certificates depending on the number of domain names. Single-domain SSL certificates are applicable to only one subdomain name or one primary domain name. If multiple domain names exist, you need to select a multi-domain SSL certificate. A wildcard SSL certificate that can be used to protect multiple subdomains. Most enterprises select the following options: OV single domain name certificate or OV wildcard certificate.

2. General application process for SSL Certificates

How does an enterprise apply for an SSL certificate? Main steps: need to determine the enterprise domain name; Go to the SSL certificate vendor website and select the required SSL certificate. Then follow the prompts to complete the certification, successfully buy the SSL certificate; Deploy the obtained SSL certificate to the website.

3. Why is it recommended to purchase EV SSL certificates

EV SSL certificate is a digital identity authentication protocol applicable to HTTPS websites. This certificate can directly verify the identity information of the website owner/operator to ensure the highest level of security. EV SSL certificate, to a certain extent, can ensure the trust of consumers on the website, which has become a website standard for most foreign trade e-commerce industry. In the CA/Browser forum generated in the strict industry specifications, the CA certification authority will be the website to carry out a strict audit process, to ensure that the information and services of the website is true and effective, to ensure the security of the website users. EV SSL certificates are required to go through a process that includes authentication, which requires proof of the legal identity of the website holder, as well as proof that the applicant has ownership and sole control over the domain name. After the SSL certificate is deployed, a green text/green padlock display name will appear on the website, allowing website visitors to clearly confirm the website owner/business information. For the e-commerce industry, the deployment of EV SSL certificates will help to show consumers the potential trading qualifications of legitimate partners, make website users more trusting of the website, and enable website user data to be more strictly protected.

4. Significance of EV SSL certificate deployment

1. improve the security of website user access

EV SSL provides more real information to website visitors, avoids phishing websites, and ensures the security of users' access to websites.

2. Standardize the website

There are clear requirements in regulations and industry standards such as PCIDSS, HIPAA/HITECH and GDPR that regulate enterprises to protect customers from sensitive information theft. EV SSL certificates are used to verify the security of a website against these standards and to regulate the website.

3. Facilitate online transactions

When EV SSL certificates are deployed, site visitors are more likely to trust the site and participate in other online activities such as purchasing items, sharing personally identifiable information, and signing up for new accounts. Visitors to the site's green address bar are more confident about buying more expensive items and are more likely to add recommended items to their cart, effectively facilitating in-site transactions.

To sum up, choosing a good SSL certificate is beneficial and harmless for enterprises. If you want to know more about network security issues, you may wish to visit our official website, read more information or consult us directly!