HTTPS

Should My Website Have an SSL? #FAQuesday

Great question. Let’s begin with the definition of an SSL. It’s an acronym for Secure Socket Layer. At the most basic level, an SSL creates a secure connection between an Internet user’s Web browser and the server where the website is hosted. The simplest way to determine if a website has an SSL is by looking for HTTPS at the beginning of the website address. HTTP by itself is short for Hypertext Transfer Protocol. Add the S, and you have Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure. Before we get too technical, let’s flip back to the main point here – just look for the HTTPS or the lock icon in your browser. See what Google has to say on the subject. What Are Some Benefits of an SSL? Information Security – Having a secure connection between Internet users and your website means that information sent between the two (names, phone numbers, credit … Continued