Which SSL certificate do I need?

All certificates encrypt traffic the same way; they differ in validation and coverage:

• Domain Validated (DV) — issued in minutes after you prove control of the domain. Right for most websites.
• Organization Validated (OV) — the company is verified; the details appear in the certificate. 1–3 days.
• Extended Validation (EV) — the strictest check, for banks and large brands. Several days.
• Wildcard — one certificate for *.yourdomain.com (all subdomains).
• Multi-domain (SAN) — several different domains in one certificate.

Compare the options on the SSL page. Hosting plans include a free basic certificate for sites hosted with us.