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Secure your website with an SSL Certificate

Encrypt sensitive data for $10.99/mo and show visitors your website is safe to use, foster trust online, and earning favor with Google's ranking algorithms.

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Offer Details

Standard pricing is available in the cart. All plans and products will automatically renew at the then current rate to the payment method on file unless canceled. You can cancel any time by calling 1-877-307-1435.

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The benefits of an SSL Certificate

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Increase
Trust & Sales

Eliminate "Not Secure" browser warnings, instill confidence in visitor data safety, fostering trust and driving conversions.

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Improve
SEO Ranking

Search engines prioritize secure websites. An SSL Certificate is a simple way to improve your search ranking organically. 

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Maintain
Compliance

Avoid Fines & Breaches: An SSL Certificate ensures compliance with data privacy laws protecting your business and customers.

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Better For 
Browsing

Enhances browsing safety, particularly on WiFi and public networks, by encrypting data transmission.

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Strongest
Encryption

Our certificates offer the strongest available encryption (384-bit) to safeguard sensitive information and transactions. 

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Expert
Support

We're here to help you every step of the way. Our team will answer your questions and guide you through the SSL setup process.

How to add an SSL Certificate

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Buy your certificate

And provide all required validation information

Authenticate your info

We'll walk you through the installation process

Manage your certificate(s)

Through your Network Solutions account dashboard

Why Network Solutions?

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Established
in 1979

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World’s 1st

Domain Registrar

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Trusted by Fortune
500 Companies

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Frequently asked questions

An SSL Certificate, also sometimes known as an https certificate or website security certificate, is a digital security certificate that encrypts communication between your website and visitors. This encryption protects sensitive information like passwords and credit card numbers, preventing hackers from intercepting it. Having an SSL Certificate is crucial for building trust with your visitors, improving search engine ranking, and complying with data security regulations.

You can install your new SSL Certificate through your hosting control panel by following our step-by-step guide in the help center or contact customer support for assistance.

An expired SSL Certificate exposes your website to security risks. Without valid encryption, data transmissions between your site and visitors become vulnerable. This makes it easy for hackers to steal sensitive information like passwords and credit card details. To maintain a secure and trustworthy website, be sure to renew your SSL Certificate before it expires.

When you visit a website, your browser establishes a connection to exchange information. An SSL Certificate encrypts this connection, ensuring that sensitive data like passwords, credit card numbers, and personal information remain safe from interception. Without an SSL Certificate, this information travels in plain text, making it vulnerable to hackers. You can often tell a site has been securely certified when you see “https.” This is also why SSL Certificates are sometimes called https certificates or website security certificates, because they secure your site for visitors.

Modern browsers prioritize user safety, actively discouraging visits to unsecured websites. The "non-secure website" warning acts as a visual alert, informing users that their data is not secure. This warning can deter visitors and negatively impact your website's reputation. 

Non-secure sites pose dangers to site owners and customers alike. However, this issue is simple to fix by installing an SSL Certificate. 

No. A Wildcard SSL Certificate is a cost-effective option that secures all subdomains under your main domain name with a single certificate. This saves you time and money compared to managing individual certificates for each subdomain. It also ensures consistent and uniform security across your entire website.

An SSL Certificate can positively impact your website's SEO (Search Engine Optimization) in several ways:

  • Security Signals:
Google considers HTTPS encryption as a positive ranking signal. Websites using SSL Certificates are perceived as more secure, which contributes to better SEO performance.
  • Improved User Experience:
An SSL Certificate ensures a secure connection, which shows users your site is trustworthy. This can lead to increased user engagement and lower bounce rates, both positive SEO signals.
  • Mobile Compatibility:
With the increasing emphasis on mobile-first indexing, having an SSL Certificate is crucial. Google prioritizes mobile-friendly websites, and SSL Certificates contribute to a positive mobile user experience, thereby enhancing SEO.
  • Faster Loading Speeds:
Many SSL Certificates allow you to use the HTTP/2 protocol, which can improve website loading speed. Faster loading times are a known ranking factor for search engines.

As Google continues to prioritize security and user privacy, having an SSL Certificate aligns with long-term SEO strategies. Websites without SSL may face disadvantages as search engine algorithms evolve.