How does SSL Work

  • How do I Install a SSL Certificate?

    • Domains at Retail has a great blog entry discussing how you can apply their purchased SSL certificates onto a Web Hosting account. Please visit the blog entry entitled "How to Set up Hosting with an SSL Certificate" to read more.

  • Can I use the SSL Certificate over many Domain Names?

    • With Domains at Retail's SSL Certificate Services, you have the option of purchasing the SSL Certificate for one domain (cheaper price), or purchasing a Multiple Domain Certificates, also called Unified Communications Certificates (UCC) [more expensive].

  • What are the features of Multiple Domain Certificates?

    • Secure up to 100 domain names on one certificate.
    • Save money because the cost of one Multiple Domain Certificate, with additional domain names, is less than the cost of individual certificates for each unique domain name.
    • Compatible with Microsoft Exchange Server 2007 and Microsoft Communications Server.
    • Simplifies the process of managing multiple certificates with varying expiration dates.

  • How long does it take to issue an SSL Certificate?

    • Domains at Retail provides different timelines depending on the plan chosen: For Deluxe SSL Certificates, if all required documentation has been successfully authenticated and the final phone call has been completed (during business hours of the requestor), a Deluxe SSL Certificate generally can be issued within 2-5 hours of CSR submission. For Standard SSL Certificates, if all required documentation is provided and we successfully authenticate the submitted information, an SSL Certificate can be issued within minutes of CSR submission.

  • Can I use it with my dedicated / vps server

    • Yes you can with Domains at Retail's SSL Certificates. To obtain an SSL certificate for a Web site hosted on your virtual dedicated server / dedicated server, you must first generate and submit a certificate signing request (CSR) to your Certification Authority (CA). Once the CA has received the CSR, it will process the certificate request and, if the authentication process is successful, issue a signed certificate for your Web site. The CA will provide you with CSR-generation and certificate-installation instructions.

  • How do I apply the SSL Certificate to my Hosting account

    • To apply a SSL Certificate from Domains at Retail, visit their blog entry at: "How to Set up Hosting with an SSL Certificate"

  • Does the SSL Certificate have to be bought where I get my hosting?

    • No, this is not a requirement. You can purchase a SSL certificate from any company and should be able to apply it to any hosting plan from any company. You can purchase for example an SSL certificate at Domains at Retail, and apply it to your own dedicated server hosting or shared hosting account.

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