SSL stands for Secure Sockets Layer and is the primary technology used to encrypt traffic between a website and a user. The use of SSL prevents the interception of sensitive data such as credit/debit card details on a payment page, although they are not strictly restricted to this type of use.
Since 2014, Google began testing whether a website uses SSL as a signal in its ranking algorithm. These trials proved successful and so more importance has been applied to this signal. Using an SSL certificate on your website could improve your Google ranking. Websites that use SSL are seen to be more trustworthy and legitimate due to the vetting requirements required to purchase.
PrimeXeon would recommend the use of a GlobalSign Certificate which are available with varying features and warranties.
| DomainSSL | OrganizationSSL | ExtendedSSL | |
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| 1 Year Standard SSL | RRP £129.00 £99.00 |
RRP £198.33 £129.00 |
RRP £498.33 £349.00 |
| Call Us To Order | Call Us To Order | Call Us To Order | |
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| Activates Browser Green Address Bar in IE, Firefox, Opera, Chrome & Safari |  |
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| Encryption Strength | 128 minimum (SGC) to 256 bit issued from 2048 SHA-1 Root Certificate Authority | ||
| Vetting Requirements | Domain Authentication | Organization Authentication | Extended Validation Organization Authentication |
| Validity Period | 1-5 Years | 1-5 Years | 1-2 Years |
| Issuance Period | 1-2 Business Days | 1-2 Business Days | 4-5 Business Days |
| Secured by GlobalSign Site Seal |  |
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| Auto-secures both www and non-www sites | |
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| Underwritten Warranty | $10,000 | $1,250,000 | $1,500,000 |
| Call Us To Order | Call Us To Order | Call Us To Order | |