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I am completely NOOB on this certs, But which do you prefer in SECURITY and PRICE?

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— there is no single "best" certificate brand; the right choice depends on what you need and how you manage TLS. is correct that GeoTrust is a mainstream option, and and rightly point out that buyer trust matters. Beyond brand, the practical selection criteria are validation level, multi-domain/wildcard needs, automation and support, compatibility with client devices, and proper server configuration.

Key things to compare when you shop:

  • Validation level: DV (fast/cheap), OV (organization-checked), EV (strongest identity vetting). Choose OV/EV only if you need verified business identity for legal or processor requirements.
  • Feature needs: wildcard vs SAN/multi-domain support, number of reissues, and management UI.
  • Cryptography: prefer RSA >= 2048 or ECDSA P-256 keys and SHA-2 signatures.
  • Automation & lifetime: shorter lifetimes are standard now, so pick a workflow that supports automated renewal (ACME/Let’s Encrypt is free and automatable).
  • Compatibility & support: some CAs offer better legacy-device coverage and faster support/insurance.

Deployment checklist (quick, practical):

  • Use TLS 1.2+ (prefer TLS 1.3), disable old protocols and weak ciphers, enable OCSP stapling and HSTS.
  • Automate issuance/renewal to avoid expiry.
  • Test the full chain and client reach using a service like the Qualys SSL Labs test and follow Mozilla’s server configuration guidance.
  • Confirm any PCI or payment-processor rules you must meet.

For most small e-commerce sites, a properly configured DV cert (free or cheap) plus solid TLS settings and visible payment-provider badges is enough. For higher-value stores or contractual requirements, pay for OV/EV and pick a CA with good cross-platform compatibility and support. Verify your configuration with SSL Labs and review automation options like Let’s Encrypt and Mozilla’s recommendations at ssl-config.mozilla.org.

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We use GeoTrust for most of our certs. Price is about average.

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We use GeoTrust for most of our certs. Price is about average.

Really, What are the advantages and what is the difference of the CERTs that GoDaddy sell? Is it the same or it has different use?

Thanks for the Reply TEXTBOX! :cool:

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You can get dedicated SSL certicates from many providers like RapidSSL, GEO trust, SBS and many other... Basically they are installed on a secure server to communicate securely with its web clients. If the SSL certificate is not installed on the server then any information sent to a website can be intercepted and viewed by anyone.
Main advantage of having dedicated SSL is to gain trust of your potential buyers. Some customers may feel uncomfortable to put their credit card details on a website which has different secure URL. If you want your customers to put their credit card details on your shopping cart then dedicated SSL is much better. Dedicated SSL also shows that the SSL Certificate is in your company name and dedicated to your website.

Refer : http://www.webhosting.uk.com/ssl-certificates.php

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Yes building trust of your potential buyers is one of the important factor to establish your business, you should enable necessary Security features to provide secured payment transaction to your buyers, it will also help you to gain confidence of your buyers.

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