TLDFYI

SSL/TLS Certificate

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and its successor TLS (Transport Layer Security) are cryptographic protocols that encrypt data between a web browser and server. An SSL/TLS certificate binds a domain name to a cryptographic key, enabling HTTPS connections.

Example

The padlock icon in your browser indicates an active SSL/TLS certificate, meaning data between you and the website is encrypted.

Referenced in Guides

Domain Basics

Internationalized Domain Names (IDNs) Explained

 Choosing the Right TLD

.com vs Everything Else: Does TLD Still Matter?

 Choosing the Right TLD

.io vs .dev vs .app: The Developer TLD Showdown

 Choosing the Right TLD

Industry-Specific TLDs: .tech, .law, .health Guide

 Choosing the Right TLD

Multi-Domain Strategy: When You Need More Than One

 Choosing the Right TLD

TLD Red Flags: Extensions That Hurt Your Credibility

 Choosing the Right TLD

TLD Decision Framework: A Step-by-Step Guide

 Domain Security

Domain Security Checklist

 Domain Security

DNSSEC: Why You Should Enable It

 Domain Security

Domain Phishing: How It Works and How to Stop It

 Domain Security

SSL/TLS and Domain Security

 Domain Security

Domain Security for E-commerce Sites

 Domains & SEO

New TLD SEO Performance: Case Studies

 Domains & SEO

HTTPS and SSL: The SEO Connection

 Domains & SEO

www vs non-www: Which Is Better for SEO?

 Domains & SEO

Changing Your Domain Name Without Losing Rankings