What do you mean by an SSL certificate?

SSL is an internet protocol to encrypt and authenticate sensitive information over the web.

  • It is used to secure all online transactions like credit card numbers, bank transactions, and other sensitive information.
  • It mostly acts as a security tool between the server and web browser.
  • It is broken down into three parts – Identity Information, Public Security Key, and Digital Signature.
Updated on February 8, 2019

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