What is an SSL Certificate?
An SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate is a digital certificate that is used to establish an encrypted connection between a web server and a web browser. The purpose of an SSL certificate is to ensure that the data transmitted between the server and the browser is secure and cannot be intercepted by third parties.
SSL certificates use a system of public and private keys to establish an encrypted connection. The web server has a public key that is used to encrypt data, and a private key that is used to decrypt the data. The web browser has a copy of the public key, which it uses to encrypt data that it sends to the server. The server then uses its private key to decrypt the data. This ensures that the data is secure as it is transmitted between the server and the browser.
Why Do I Need an SSL Certificate?
There are several reasons why a website may need an SSL certificate: