SSL
( Secure Sockets Layer )

encrypted between
web server and the
browser

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate are data files that bind a cryptographic key to a domain/website. When installed on web server, the padlock will be activated, and encrypted secure connection is established between web server and the browser.It is mostly used in online transactions, data transfer, login, or securing social media sites. When secure transmission is needed, SSL is needed.

The use of SSL :

Keeps data secure between servers

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Increase customer trust

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Boosts Google Rankings

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Improves conversion rates

Moreover, EV SSL (Extended Validation SSL) certificate is an extended version of SSL that involve a stringent vetting process to verify your organization / business identity. Users can see a green address bar if website is secured with an authorized EV SSL. They can check the certificate and see the authenticated business identity details. This will enhance trust and conversion rates. (phishing) [detail]。

We provide a variety of SSL for customers to choose from

Let’s Encrypt

Publisher: Let’s Encrypt
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Domain
YourDomain.com
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www.YourDomain.com
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Green address bar: N
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Unlimited sub-domain: N
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Improve Google search ranking: Y
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Brand / Trustworthy: moderate
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Hashing Algorithm: SHA256
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Encryption: RSA2048
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Dynamic site seal (?)
N
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Application process time:
Self-help application
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Free of charge, valid for 3 months, renewable.
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RapidSSL

Publisher: RapidSSL–
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Domain
YourDomain.com
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www.YourDomain.com
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Green address bar: N
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Unlimited sub-domain: N
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Improve Google search ranking: Y
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Brand / Trustworthy: medium
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Hashing Algorithm: SHA256
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Encryption: RSA2048
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Dynamic site seal(?)
N
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Application process time:
1 – 2 working days
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Apply

1 year cert, plus installation : HK$480
1 year cert, dedicated IP, plus installation : HK$980

RapidSSL Wildcard

Publisher: RapidSSL
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Domain
*.YourDomain.com
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Green address bar: N
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Unlimited sub-domain: Y
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Improve Google search ranking: Y
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Brand / Trustworthy: medium
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Hashing Algorithm: SHA256
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Encryption: RSA2048
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Dynamic site seal(?)
N
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Application process time:
1 – 2 working days
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Apply

1 year cert, plus installation : HK$1200
1 year cert, dedicated IP, plus installation : HK$1700

True BusinessID with EV

Publisher: GeoTrust
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Domain
YourDomain.com
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www.YourDomain.com
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Green address bar: Y
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Unlimited sub-domain: N
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Improve Google search ranking: Y
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Brand / Trustworthy: Premium
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Hashing Algorithm: SHA256
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Encryption: RSA2048
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dynamic site seal(?)
Y
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Application process time:
5 – 10 working days
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Apply

1 year cert, plus installation : HK$2000
1 year cert, dedicated IP, plus installation : HK$2500

Comodo Multi-Domain SSL

Publisher: Comodo
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Domain
www.YourDomain.com
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Green address bar: N
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Unlimited sub-domain: N
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Improve Google search ranking: Y
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Brand / Trustworthy: medium
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Hashing Algorithm: SHA256
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Encryption: RSA2048
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Dynamic site seal(?)
N
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Application process time:
3 – 5 working days
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Apply

price : please ask
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Want to use SSL to improve your branding ?

You’ll need a dedicated IP.

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If you would like to use SSL to improve your branding, SEO (search engine optimization), to increase website credibility, dedicated IP is recommended.
– Dedicated IP SSL can support older versions of computers / browsers
– Dedicated IP SSL can possibly improve search engine ranking . more info

Demonstration websites

You can use different browsers to visit these websites to see how it works.

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RapidSSL

https://www.website-solution.net
(Website Solution Main Website)

VIEW

RapidSSL Wildcard

https://xtra.website-solution.net:2222
(Website Control Panel Login Page)

VIEW

FAQ

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Application Notes for EV SSL (Extended Validation SSL)

EV SSL requirements –

The company is a Hong Kong Limited Company, and
The company operated for over 3 years, and
The applicant are one of the director, and
The company is listed on Dun and Bradstreet (D&B), or Google My Business, or Data.com Connect business directory
For detailed requirements, please visit:
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GeoTrust True BusinessID with EV –
https://www.geotrust.com/support/true-businessid/ev-validation-requirements/

What is RSA SSL?

RSA (Rivest-Shamir-Adleman) is one of the most popular Encryption method, which was published at 1977.
Many websites are using RSA 2048 certificates nowadays; e.g. Google, Microsoft, GovHK, etc. (05 Dec 2017)
RSA2048 (and ECC P256) are the encryption standards for the internet nowadays.

Details: Wikipedia

What is Dynamic Site Seal?

Whenever visitors come to your website, a dynamic image will be generated including the date/time information.
If click on this image, domain owner information will be displayed.
For example, if you click on the image below, the domain information of www.website-solution.net will be
shown.

There are "Warranty" in the SSL market. What is SSL Warranty?

If you pay more attention, you will find this “Warranty” means –
The warranty protects the end user if SSL certificate authority mis-issues a certificate.
(Nevertheless, we believe there are very rare circumstance that SSL certificate authority mis-issues a certificate)

References:
https://knowledge.rapidssl.com/support/ssl-certificate-support/index?page=content&id=AR1398
https://ssl.comodo.com/support/ssl-technical-faqs/what-does-the-warranty-actually-mean.php

How about SSL Validity? 1 year, 2 years?

Starting from September 2020, all new SSLs are valid for one year.
If customers register for 2-year SSL, our company will arrange 1-year SSL first.
When approximately the SSL expires, another 1 year SSL renewal will be arranged at that moment.

References:
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211025
https://www.digicert.com/blog/position-on-1-year-certificates/
https://techcommunity.microsoft.com/t5/discussions/google-chrome-limits-the-validity-of-ssl-certificates-to-one/m-p/1498521

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SSL ( Secure Sockets Layer )

encrypted between web server and the browser

The use of SSL :

Keeps data secure between servers

Increase customer trust

Boosts Google Rankings

Improves conversion rates

RapidSSL

RapidSSL Wildcard

Application Notes for EV SSL (Extended Validation SSL)

What is RSA SSL?

What is Dynamic Site Seal?

There are "Warranty" in the SSL market. What is SSL Warranty?

How about SSL Validity? 1 year, 2 years?

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SSL
( Secure Sockets Layer )

encrypted between
web server and the
browser