SSL Certificates Explained: Why Every Website Needs HTTPS

If your website doesn’t have an SSL certificate, browsers are actively warning visitors away. Here’s what SSL is and why it matters.

What Is SSL?

SSL encrypts data transmitted between your website and visitors’ browsers. When active, your URL shows “https://” and browsers display a padlock icon.

Why You Need It

Browser warnings: Chrome, Firefox, and Safari display “Not Secure” warnings on HTTP sites. 85% of online shoppers avoid unsecured websites.

Google ranking: HTTPS is a confirmed ranking factor. Sites with SSL rank higher.

E-commerce requirement: You cannot process credit card payments without SSL.

Data protection: SSL encrypts login credentials, personal information, and payment details.

How to Get SSL

At Rhixo, every hosting plan includes a free SSL certificate that’s automatically installed and renewed.

Every Rhixo hosting plan includes free SSL. View plans.