Types of SSL/TLS Certificates

SSL/TLS which stands for Secure Sockets Layer and Transport Layer Security, is a cryptographic protocol designed to ensure secure communication over a computer networks. It safeguards data in transit between two endpoints, such as a web browser and a web server by encrypting the information exchanged.

The primary purpose of SSL/TLS is to protect sensitive data from being intercepted and theft. When users access a website that uses SSL/TLS, personal information, such as names, addresses, and payment details, remains encrypted, shielding it from eavesdroppers and malicious actors. Additionally, SSL/TLS extends this protection to secure email communications and online transactions.

Here are some of the benefits of using SSL/TLS:

• Protects sensitive data: SSL/TLS encrypts data in transit, making it extremely difficult for unauthorised parties to intercept or decipher the information. This encryption ensures that personal details, such as names, addresses and credit card numbers, and confidential messages, remain secure across applications and online transactions.

• Provides authentication and Verification: SSL/TLS validates the identities of both communicating parties, ensuring the connection is established directly between the intended participants. This verification is crucial in preventing man in the middle attacks, where an attacker impersonates one party to intercept or manipulate communication.

• Enhances user trust: Websites and online services that use SSL/TLS display a lock icon in the browser’s address bar, signalling to users that their connection is secure. This visual indicator fosters trust, reassuring users that their data is protected, which is especially important for websites handling financial or personal information.

SSL/TLS is indispensable for any organization or service managing sensitive data. It not only ensures the privacy and integrity of communications but also provides authentication, guaranteeing that users are interacting with legitimate entities. By implementing SSL/TLS, organizations build user confidence and protect their data from being intercepted or compromised.

emSign SSL/TLS offerings

• Domain Validation - Single Domain: Safeguard your website with our Domain Validation (DV) SSL certificate, delivering a secure and encrypted browsing experience for your visitors.

• Domain Validation - Single Wildcard Domain: Wildcard certificates eliminate the need to purchase separate SSL products for each subdomain. With a single wildcard certificate, you can secure unlimited subdomains saving both time and costs.

• Domain Validation - Multi-Domain: Our Multi-Domain SSL Certificates are highly versatile and cost-effective. They secure multiple domains under a single SSL installation, offering simplicity and reduced expense. Also known as Subject Alternative Name (SAN) Certificates or Unified Communication Certificates (UCC), these are the optimal choice for organizations managing several domains.

• Domain Validation - Multi-Domain Wildcard: Multi-Domain Wildcard certificates extend the flexibility of SAN SSL certificates by allowing the use of wildcard domains. This powerful combination enables organizations to secure multiple primary and subdomains under a single SSL installation, reducing complexity and cost.

• Organization Validation - Single Domain: Establish trust with an Organization Validation (OV) SSL Certificate which verifies the authenticity of your organization, and providing secure browsing experience for your visitors.

• Organization Validation - Single Wildcard Domain: Wildcard certificates for OV domains simplify certificate management by securing unlimited subdomains with a single certificate, reducing the need for multiple installations and minimizing operational overhead.

• Organization Validation - Multi-Domain: OV Multi-Domain SSL Certificates offer the same versatility as SAN SSL certificates but with the added assurance of organization-level validation. They are also called Subject Alternative Name Certificates (SAN SSL) or Unified Communication Certificates (UCC SSL). These certificates streamline the process of securing multiple domains with a single installation, ensuring both trust and efficiency.

• Organization Validation - Multi-Domain Wildcard: Multi-Domain Wildcard certificates combine the power of multi-domain management with wildcard functionality, providing seamless protection for both primary and subdomains. With a single OV Multi-Domain Wildcard certificate, organizations can secure their entire domain structure while optimizing costs.

• Extended Validation - Single Domain: For the highest level of trust, our Extended Validation. (EV) SSL Certificate highlights your website authenticity by displaying the organization’s name in the browser address bar, , reinforcing credibility and building customer confidence.

• Extended Validation - Multi-Domain: EV Multi-Domain SSL Certificates offer robust security and validation for organizations managing multiple domains. These are also called Subject Alternative Name Certificates (SAN SSL) or Unified Communication Certificates (UCC SSL). These certificates simplify management and reduce costs while providing the assurance of the highest level of trust for each secured domain.