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What is SSL?The SSL protocol is the Web standard for encrypting communications between users and SSL (secure sockets layer) sites where Ecommerce or sensitive data is exchanged. Data sent via a SSL connection is protected by encryption, a mechanism that prevents eavesdropping and tampering with any transmitted data. SSL provides businesses and consumers with the confidence that privat...
What validation processes does RapidSSL.com use?Trust hierarchy demands that entities "vouch" for each other. Companies that issue SSL certificates are in the business of establishing that entities on the Web are, in fact, who they claim to be. The potential for criminal activity on the Web (in relevance to SSL anyway), is in online "hijacking" of sites or connections to siphon encrypted data. Person...
What do I need to enroll for an SSL Certificate for my Web server?Access to the SSL configuration functions of your Web server (you may need to speak to your Web host if you cannot readily identify where these functions are)
What do I do if the enrollment form says my CSR is invalid?There are a number of common issues that would cause the CSR to be invalid. When you created the CSR you will have been asked for several pieces of information. Check the common name field. You may have specified an IP address (e.g. 178.0.1.23) or a server name (e.g. myWebserver) instead of a Fully Qualified Domain Name such as www.mydomain.com or domain name such as mydom... |
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A Guide To Rapid SSL Certificate