SSL Encryption - What is it?

SSL Encryption is the method used by websites and web browsers to send data securely from your machine "the client" to the website "the server".

This process is done by adding a special 128BIT encryption key to the web server, that encrypts all traffic going too and from the site with a 128BIT encryption algorithm, which for those that cant remember their math, is a VERY VERY large number.

YDC Hosting uses a GeoTrust Basic SSL 128BIT SSL Certificate for its ordering online ordering pages to ensure your personal and financial details are kept secure from prying eyes

You will see the secure connection box appear and a lock icon or unbroken key will be evident in the bottom right hand corner of your screen.


So, how do you get SSL encryption too?

YDC Hosting offers 2 ways for you to secure your website. You can piggyback your secured pages off our SSL Certificate (Shared SSL), where the user will be re-directed away from your domain to a URL like
https://secure.ydchosting.com.au/yourdomain/yourpages.asp
or we can arrange a dedicated SSL certificate for you, so your visitors will be able to stay within your domain.


If you are un-sure about which direction to go in, but you are sure you want the benefits of SSL Encryption, please contact us on 1800 442 116, or at info@ydchosting.com.au, and we will help you work through your requirements and point you in the right direction.