OCSP (Online Certificate Status Protocol) is a protocol that allows for checking the status of an SSL certificate. This standard describes the communication between the service server and the system of the recipient of certification services. OCSP defines both the structure and format of the certificate status request and the response containing the verification result. […]
Domain Ownership Verification (Domain Control Validation, DCV) is a crucial step in the process of issuing SSL/TLS certificates, regardless of their validation level (DV, OV, or EV). For years, many DCV methods have relied on the WHOIS system, which provided contact information for domain owners. However, due to increasing security threats and evolving industry standards, […]
SSL certificates protect website users from data theft and interception. They are extremely important today, especially since we hear about cyberattacks more and more frequently. The advantages of SSL certificates are widely known, but should an internet user or a website administrator also prepare for potential drawbacks?
We kindly inform you that due to a change in Sectigo’s policy regarding free trial SSL certificates—specifically, the Sectigo Positive Trial (90 days)—and their introduction as a paid option, we are withdrawing these SSL certificates from our offering. The solution proposed by Sectigo is not economically viable, and the price difference between the 3‑month period […]
Installing an SSL certificate is not the simplest task. Several issues can arise along the way to securing your website. In this article, we’ve prepared a checklist that describes the installation process step by step.
Online shopping is becoming increasingly popular. Online stores are experiencing a real boom. Consumers are deciding to shop on the Internet more often and more willingly. They value the unlimited availability of products, the convenience, and the speed of shopping. Online shopping also allows users to compare offers from multiple stores simultaneously and take advantage […]
Security on the Web a high level of network security can be ensured by properly encrypting the internet connection. Users are becoming increasingly aware of the dangers lurking online and pay attention to professional data protection in individual services. It is therefore worthwhile to understand how popular information encryption protocols actually differ.
Considering that the fundamental purpose of SSL certificates is to protect and secure the connection, we decided to take a closer look at which websites should ensure they have such a certificate. It goes without saying that it would be ideal for every website to have one, as secure connections are in the best interest […]
The complexity of the HTTPS module makes it easy for errors to occur, which can result in those notorious warning messages. If you see the message “This connection is untrusted” or “This connection is not private” while loading a website, it’s a signal for the site’s administration that the communication between the browser and the […]
Nowadays, more and more people are aware of what an SSL certificate is. However, not everyone has sufficient knowledge about cyberattacks. The vast majority of average internet users pay attention to the presence of a padlock icon in the address bar. If it’s there, the site is considered safe. Is this always the case? Unfortunately […]
