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What is QuickSSL?
QuickSSL is a web server certificate that allows consumers and web sites to conduct safe e-commerce with encrypted SSL connections. QuickSSL web server certificates are compatible with 98% of all browsers.

The leading low-cost solution offering true 128-bit SSL encryption with identity authentication and 98% browser compatibility available in just 10 minutes!

Doing business online requires a secure connection - the closed "lock" within a browser.

QuickSSL provides that security to ensure online visitors that their personal information - including credit card account numbers - is being transmitted securely between their browser and the web server. This means their data can't be viewed, intercepted, or altered.

QuickSSL utilizes an authentication method that is patent-pending technology created by GeoTrust. It incorporates the most advanced automated authentication system in the industry. Your customers can be confident that the certificates are only issued to fully authorized recipients. QuickSSL provides peace of mind for less than what customer's would pay for other SSL solutions.
 

What is SSL?
The SSL (secure socket layer) protocol is the web standard for encrypting communications between users and web sites. Data sent via an SSL connection is protected by encryption, a mechanism that prevents eavesdropping and tampering with any transmitted data. SSL provides businesses and consumers with the confidence that private data sent to a web site, such as credit card numbers, are kept confidential. Web server certificates are required to initialize an SSL session.

Why are QuickSSL web server certificates so inexpensive?
Historically, most SSL certificates cost $350 or more, but GeoTrust has developed fully automated systems to verify that a certificate purchaser has appropriate administrative rights to a web server's domain. This greatly lowers our costs for issuing QuickSSL certificates, and we pass those savings on to you. With QuickSSL, you can assure your customers that their transactions and information are secure on the Internet without having to pay an unreasonable price.


Technical

What web browser programs are compatible with QuickSSL?
QuickSSL is compatible with Microsoft Internet Explorer® 5.01 and higher and Netscape/AOL web browsers version 4.51 and higher, comprising an estimated 98% or more of all web browsers in use today. All other commonly used browsers may connect securely with web servers using QuickSSL certificates. However, some older browsers may display a dialogue box indicating that the certificate is not trusted. This means that the certificated is not located in the browser certificate store and, in most cases, the user will be prompted to install it with a few clicks of their mouse.

How do I create a certificate-signing request?
See certificate-signing request generation (CSR) instructions.

How do I install my QuickSSL certificate?
See QuickSSL installation instructions.