Many people interested in obtaining an SSL certificate wonder whether they really need to purchase one or if it might be better to use a free version. The biggest uncertainty is what the quality differences are and whether both options take equally good care of domain security.
Companies that issue SSL certificates for domains are in a race to offer ever better, newer, and more affordable solutions.
Due to the requirements set by Google, SSL certificates are becoming increasingly common, and more and more companies—as well as private individuals with their own websites—want (or even must) have such a certificate. If it turns out that someone fails to secure their domain with an SSL certificate, browsers will mark the site as “unsafe.” Therefore, for the credibility of your website and to increase its reach, it is worth taking a closer look at this increasingly important topic. The cost of an SSL certificate is around 30 zł per year, so it is not an exorbitant price for the benefits it offers. Free SSL certificates, however, come with many limitations and restrictions. For instance, if a website has multiple domains on a single hosting plan, it will not generate a separate SSL certificate for each address. It is also quite common that to obtain a free SSL certificate, one must meet specific technical requirements—not everyone has these. Moreover, if the servers hosting the domains fail, it is very difficult to generate new free SSL certificates or renew the existing ones. Typically, free SSL certificates only offer the most basic DV-type options, which are most commonly used by individuals, bloggers, small companies, and those just starting out with websites.
When it comes to paid SSL certificates, there is a wider range of possibilities than with free certificates. In our offering, we provide practically all types of SSL certificates. Additionally, our customers can count on assistance in selecting the right SSL certificate. Unlike free certificates, paid SSL certificates do not need to be renewed every few months, so clients do not have to worry about frequently renewing them. Furthermore, the subscription option for SSL certificates allows you to save both time and money. It should be remembered that acquiring an SSL certificate is not the end of the process. The server configuration is crucial and is best handled by specialists. If you try to do it yourself, you can never be sure that everything is properly configured, even with an SSL certificate in place.
As you can see, the cost of purchasing an SSL certificate is not high, but the differences between free and paid SSL certificates are significant. If you run a serious business and care about acquiring a large number of customers and achieving a high ranking on Google, it is better to opt for a paid SSL certificate and not worry about renewing it frequently. Large companies—especially those with very complex websites—certainly should not rely on free SSL certificates. For your own security and peace of mind, it is better to choose a reputable company with an established position in the market and a passion for what they do.
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