What Is SSL and How do I get a free SSL on ZadServer?
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a standard technology for establishing an encrypted connection between a web server (host) and a web browser (client). This connection between the two ensures that all data passed between them remains private and intrinsic. SSL is an industry standard and is used by millions of websites to protect their online transactions with their customers. If you have ever visited a website with https:// in the address bar, you are creating a secure connection via SSL. If you have an online store or sell goods through your website, a security certificate helps build trust with your customers.
How to protect a secure connection
Using a security certificate creates an encrypted connection between the user's web browser and the web server. This means that any data transferred between the web server and web browser cannot be read without first decrypting it. This protects the data from being spied on by someone else on the Internet because they will not be able to understand the encrypted data. Without a security certificate anyone who is able to see your data transfer will be able to read all data sent or received – including confidential and sensitive information such as credit card numbers.
How to create an encrypted connection
There are some basic steps to follow when trying to create a secure connection. Here is a summary of the steps:
Type or select the secure link address (eg "https://zadserver.com")
The web server receives your request and then sends a response that attempts to establish a trusted connection between the web browser and the web server – also called a “security handshake.”
After verifying the security certificate by verifying its existence, the data transferred between the web server and the web browser is encrypted to keep it private and secure.
How to tell if a site uses a security certificate
Although security protocol details are not displayed to the visitor, most browsers will display a padlock or other form of identification in the address bar. This will indicate whether you are currently protected with a session encrypted with a security certificate. If you want to get the details of the security certificate, you can simply click on the lock.
What does a security certificate mean for visitors?
Most security certificates contain the domain name, company name, address, city, state, and country. It also contains the expiry date of the certificate and details of the certification body (the company that issued the security certificate). When the browser tries to establish a secure connection to a website, it checks to make sure that the certificate has not expired, is issued by a trusted authority, and is being used for the correct site. If any of these checks fail, the web browser will display a warning telling the user that the site is not secured by the security certificate.
How do I get a free security certificate on ZadServer?
In Zad Server, any plan you subscribe to contains a security certificate that is activated directly during your subscription
