SSL guide
Which SSL do I need?
All certificates encrypt traffic the same way. They differ in how much your organization is verified — and how much trust that signals to visitors.
DV
Most popularDomain Validation
Best for
Blogs, personal sites, small business
Issued in
Minutes
Shows
Padlock + HTTPS
OV
Organization Validation
Best for
Business & ecommerce sites
Issued in
1–3 days
Shows
Padlock + verified org details
EV
Extended Validation
Best for
Banks, large ecommerce, enterprises
Issued in
3–5 days
Shows
Highest assurance, full vetting
Rules of thumb
- Just need HTTPS + the padlock? DV is perfect and instant.
- Taking payments or handling customer data? Step up to OV.
- Need maximum trust for a financial or enterprise brand? Choose EV.
- Want zero maintenance? Add Managed SSL and we auto-install + auto-renew.