Securing Your Website with SSL

Understanding the Importance of SSL:

An SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate establishes an encrypted connection between a visitor's web browser and your website's server. This secure link is crucial for protecting sensitive data transmitted between the two, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of online interactions. Implementing SSL is particularly vital for features like visitor detection and e-commerce transactions, as it meets the stringent security requirements of contemporary web browsers and many payment processing gateways.

Hassle-Free SSL: Automatically Included in Your eDirectory Subscription:

The good news is that as part of your eDirectory subscription, SSL security is already seamlessly integrated! When you update your domain name for your eDirectory website, our system automatically installs the necessary SSL certificate at no additional cost to you. This ensures that your site remains secure and fully compliant with the latest web security standards right from the start, without requiring you to navigate the complexities of SSL management or incur extra charges.

Delving Deeper: What is an SSL Certificate?

At its core, an SSL certificate is a small digital file that securely links a cryptographic key to the identifying details of your organization or website. This binding enables the HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure) protocol on your site, which signifies a secure connection. By encrypting data exchanged between users and your server, SSL protects sensitive information such as credit card details, login credentials, and personal data. Once an SSL certificate is successfully installed, your website will prominently display a secure padlock icon in the browser's address bar, visually reassuring visitors that their connection is protected and enhancing overall user trust and security.

Automatic SSL Management When You Update Your Domain:

One of the key benefits of eDirectory hosting is our automated SSL management. Whenever you decide to change or update the domain name associated with your eDirectory website, our system seamlessly handles the SSL installation process for you. This ensures that your site remains continuously secure, with the HTTPS protocol automatically activated on your new domain without any manual intervention or additional steps required from your end.

To enable or disable the SSL certificate for your website, navigate to your Site Manager panel and go to Promote -> SEO Center -> Redirect Manager. Here, you will find the section to Enable secure page (HTTPS), where you can use the toggle button to activate or deactivate the secure page via HTTPS.

Important Note for Self-Hosted Websites (Source License Owners):

If you have chosen to self-host your eDirectory website using a source license, the process for installing an SSL certificate will differ. In this scenario, you will need to directly contact your chosen hosting provider for assistance with SSL setup and installation. Because each server environment may have its own unique procedures and configurations for SSL implementation, your hosting provider's dedicated support team will be best equipped to guide you through the specific steps required for your server setup.

Conclusion

With SSL security automatically included as a standard feature of your eDirectory subscription, you can rest assured that your website remains secure and compliant with modern web security standards without any extra effort or cost on your part. We handle the complexities of SSL management, allowing you to focus on growing your online presence. Should you ever have any questions or require assistance regarding your SSL certificate or domain changes, please don't hesitate to reach out to our knowledgeable support team. We're always happy to help!