What is an SSL Certificate and Why Do I Need One?

An SSL Certificate (Secure Sockets Layer) encrypts data exchanged between your website and visitors, protecting sensitive information such as passwords, credit card numbers, and personal details.

SSL certificates:

• Secure user data
• Build trust by showing a padlock in the browser
• Improve SEO rankings
• Are required for PCI compliance when accepting payments

Without SSL, data is sent in plain text, making it vulnerable to interception by hackers.