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What is SSL? Why Do I Need SSL Certificates?

If you are wondering, "Why do I need SSL?", wonder no more. Read this article to find out what a Secure Sockets Layer certificate is and why your ecommerce website needs SSL. SSL certificates provide online security for you and your eShop customers. Many people, when starting up a business website, do no realize that they need more than just a site with goods and services (and a way for customers to pay for them). Indeed, one of the most important things that you will put on your ecommerce Web site is a  SSL certificate . Getting SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is very important if you plan to sell merchandise and services online – especially if you want to be able to accept credit cards and other methods of payment over the Internet. SSL will help you appear trustworthy and it will protect your customers. What is SSL? Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) is a type of protocol that adds a level of security to online transactions. You get a security certificate that helps protec