Today we are going to learn the difference between the three main types of SSL certificates. Before we proceed to illustrate the difference between the three main types, let’s find out what’s SSL.
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is the standard security technology for establishing an encrypted link between a web server and a browser. This link ensures that all data passed between the web server and browsers remain private and integral.
IS SSL IS SECURE OR ANOTHER WAY TO CALM USER’S FEAR?
Although SSL is used by major payment platforms such as MasterCard, AmericanExpress, SlydePay, and others to inform users that their activities such as money transaction are not being monitored by malicious users. However, you have heard of how malicious users break into secured websites daily to steal users’ credentials.
Thus, SSL is a way of informing users to trust you with their credentials or data. But in details, you should not actually trust them but be willing to abide by basic cybersecurity rules.
THREE MAIN TYPES OF SSL CERTIFICATES:
EV certificates are trusted by browsers and most expensive in comparison to the other types. Only legal entities that have provided all required documents can obtain this extended certificate. This type of certificate shows the name of organisation as well as location to appear in green in the address bar, next to a padlock.
If a website has a DV or OV certificate, the browser displays a gray or green padlock with the word SECURE and the letters HTTPS in the address bar. Organization Validation certificate simply means connection to the domain is secure and it actually belongs to the organisation.
For Domain Validation certificate, an individual must show or prove they own the domain. This certificate allows secure connection to be established. It does not reveals information about the organization to which it belongs. Moreover, no documents from an individual are required to issue it.
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