In 2022, now more than ever, website security is a topic that needs to be discussed more. Thanks to the efforts of some of the major search engines (ie. Google), the development of this new layer of security in the SSL certificate is becoming a common practice in all website designs.
But you may be asking yourself, what exactly is an SSL Certificate and why should I use one for my website? An SSL Certificate in short is an added layer of encryption to your website’s domain. This allows for the safe transfer of information and engagement to be much more secure.
Why Do I Need and SSL?
For business owners running an eCommerce site or any website that involves the transfer of information (yes, even a contact form), having the extra layer of security for your website visitors is a must-have. This gives you SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption, which ensures the safe transfer of information on your website.
Not only this, but an SSL allows you to verify your domain and display the green padlock or URL, showing your visitors that your site is secure and their information is safe.
Where the security aspect of an SSL is extremely important for any business/website, the benefits don’t stop there.
Not only will your website be secure with an SSL, but you will also see a boost in your Google Rankings in searches. Google now includes a parameter in their algorithm that ranks according to the SSL status of the website, meaning, websites with an SSL rank higher than those that don’t.
How do I Get and SSL
The short and sweet way to get an SSL is with a reliable hosting provider, like us at Libra Web and Marketing Solutions. We offer comprehensive options for SSL Certificates that allow you to easily and seamlessly integrate an SSL onto your website, hassle-free. In fact, most SSL’s are added to your website within 5 minutes of purchasing one.