How secure are free SSL certificates compared to paid ones?
BlueLeaf
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Hi Ridoy, Security-wise, all SSL certificates, regardless of type, price, and brand, follow the same cryptographic protocols (TLS 1.2 and 1.3). If you run an e-commerce website, that is an officially registered company, you consider a paid Organization Validation certificate that verifies your business identity, and, depending on your jurisdiction, may be required to comply with Payment Card Industry (PCI) requirements.
Free SSL certificates offered by Let's Encrypt verify domain ownership only and are more suitable for blogs, personal websites, and online portfolios. E-commerce sites usually opt for paid certificates, either Domain Validation or Organization Validation. Here's an in-depth article about the differences between free and paid SSL certificates.
Free SSL certificates offered by Let's Encrypt verify domain ownership only and are more suitable for blogs, personal websites, and online portfolios. E-commerce sites usually opt for paid certificates, either Domain Validation or Organization Validation. Here's an in-depth article about the differences between free and paid SSL certificates.
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In most cases, Let’s Encrypt certificates provide the same level of encryption as paid ones. The main difference is the type of validation: Let’s Encrypt only does Domain Validation, while paid certificates can offer Organization Validation or Extended Validation, giving extra “trust” signals (like showing the company name in the address bar). For many e-commerce sites, that added verification can help reassure customers they’re dealing with a legitimate business. However, if you’re just starting out or have a smaller store, a free certificate can still keep your data secure. The bigger factor is making sure your entire site and payment process adhere to security best practices SSL alone isn’t the whole story. If you feel your brand needs that extra layer of trust, then a paid certificate might be worth it, but you can always start with a free SSL and upgrade later if needed.
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