Question 1

What is SSL and why do I need it?

Accepted Answer

SSL is a security protocol that encrypts data between your site and your visitors. Without it, browsers show a 'Not Secure' warning and your Google ranking suffers.

Question 2

What happens without SSL?

Accepted Answer

Browsers flag your site as 'not secure'. Visitors may leave. Sites that take payments cannot function without SSL.

Question 3

How long does SSL activation take?

Accepted Answer

No-document plans (Positive SSL, Wildcard) are typically active within 15 minutes to a few hours. Plans requiring documents may take 1–3 business days.

Question 4

Can I transfer my current certificate to Domaintescil?

Accepted Answer

SSL certificates are tied to the domain, not the provider. When your current certificate expires, you can renew it through Domaintescil.

Question 5

What is the difference between Positive SSL and Instant SSL Pro?

Accepted Answer

Positive SSL only validates the domain, requires no documents and activates quickly. Instant SSL Pro requires organisation verification, is bank-compatible and offers a $100,000 warranty.

Question 6

When do I need Wildcard SSL?

Accepted Answer

If you have multiple subdomains, a single Wildcard certificate covers them all — more cost-effective than buying separate certificates.

Question 7

Who is EV SSL for?

Accepted Answer

Finance, banking, corporate e-commerce and high-trust sites. Extended organisation validation helps maximise visitor confidence.

Question 8

How does the document verification process work?

Accepted Answer

Instant SSL Pro and EV SSL require company documents (tax certificate, trade registry record). Documents are verified by Comodo. EV SSL involves additional advanced verification steps.

Question 9

What happens if my SSL expires?

Accepted Answer

Browsers display a 'certificate invalid' warning. Visitors may refuse to enter the site. You will receive automatic reminders before expiry.

Question 10

I have multiple domain names — what should I buy?

Accepted Answer

A separate Positive SSL for each main domain, or a single Wildcard SSL for all subdomains of one domain. Different main domains each require their own certificate.

Feature	Positive SSL	Positive SSL Wildcard	Instant SSL Pro	EV SSL
Price (annual)	$9.99	$159	$139	$175
Coverage	Single domain	Unlimited subdomains	Single	Single
Document requirement	Not required	Not required	Required	Required
Bank compatibility	—	—	✓	✓
Encryption	128/256-bit	128/256-bit	128/256-bit	128/256-bit
Browser compatibility	99.3%	99.3%	99.3%	99.3%
Mobile compatibility	—	—	✓	✓
Validation type	Domain	Domain	Organisation	Extended
Warranty	$10,000	$10,000	$100,000	—
Free reissue	✓	✓	—	—
Site seal	✓	✓	✓	✓

Secure your site with SSL. Give your visitors confidence.

What is SSL and why do you need it?

Padlock appears in the browser

Data is transmitted encrypted

Google ranking improves

Which SSL is right for you?

Personal site / Blog

E-commerce / Taking payments

Multiple subdomains

Corporate / Finance / Bank

Personal site / Blog

E-commerce / Taking payments

Multiple subdomains

Corporate / Finance / Bank

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