{"id":25049,"date":"2026-06-19T08:43:53","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T08:43:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1-grid.com\/knowledge\/ssl-validation-processes\/"},"modified":"2026-06-19T08:43:55","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T08:43:55","slug":"ssl-validation-processes","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/ssl-validation-processes\/","title":{"rendered":"Understanding SSL Validation Processes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SSL validation exists to <strong>protect you, your visitors, and the wider internet<\/strong>. It ensures that SSL certificates are only issued to legitimate domain owners and verified organisations, preventing fraud, impersonation, and <a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/what-is-phishing-how-it-works-and-how-to-protect-yourself\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>phishing<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can sound intimidating, especially when emails arrive asking you to \u201cverify ownership,\u201d upload files, or confirm business details. If you\u2019ve ever worried that you\u2019re doing something wrong, or feared delays might put your website at risk, our goal is to replace uncertainty with clarity, and stress with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide will explain SSL validation in clear, non-technical language, walk you through each validation type (DV, OV, EV) and what to expect, help you avoid common validation delays and frustrations, prepare you for upcoming SSL lifecycle changes, and show you exactly how 1-grid supports you throughout the process.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/1-grid-Images-for-KB-Articles-1000-x-600-px-36-3.png\" alt=\"Understanding SSL Validation Processes\" class=\"wp-image-34752\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-ht-block-toc is-style-rounded htoc htoc--position-wide toc-list-style-plain\" data-htoc-state=\"expanded\"><span class=\"htoc__title\"><span class=\"ht_toc_title\">Quick Links<\/span><span class=\"htoc__toggle\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\"><g fill=\"#444\"><path d=\"M15 7H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><path d=\"M15 1H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1zM15 13H1c-.6 0-1 .4-1 1s.4 1 1 1h14c.6 0 1-.4 1-1s-.4-1-1-1z\"><\/path><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/span><div class=\"htoc__itemswrap\"><ul class=\"ht_toc_list\"><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-ssl-validation-levels-explained\">SSL Validation Levels Explained<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-how-browsers-trust-ssl-certificates\">How Browsers Trust SSL Certificates<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-types-of-ssl-tls-certificates-we-offer-at-1-grid\">Types of SSL\/TLS Certificates We Offer at 1-grid<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-what-is-ssl-validation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is SSL Validation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SSL validation is the process used by a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sectigo.com\/blog\/understanding-the-different-types-of-certificate-authorities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Certificate Authority (CA)<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>to confirm that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-you-control-the-domain-requesting-the-certificate-and-or\">You control the domain requesting the certificate, and\/or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-your-business-is-a-legitimate-verifiable-organisation\">Your business is a legitimate, verifiable organisation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Only once validation is complete can an SSL\/TLS certificate be issued and trusted by browsers.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/cdn.freshdesk.com\/data\/helpdesk\/attachments\/production\/33039495538\/original\/tgFJ47bFfCN0JgvsLOrCYsmz33Ual-q9Sw.png?1586941139\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:449px;height:338px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This protects internet users from malicious websites that pretend to be someone they\u2019re not and ensures your site earns browser trust the right way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-ssl-validation-levels-explained\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">SSL Validation Levels Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-domain-validation-dv\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Domain Validation (DV)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What it Validates:<\/strong><br>Ownership or control of the domain name only.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How it Works:<\/strong><br>The Certificate Authority confirms you control the domain using one of the following methods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-email-verification-most-common\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesslstore.com\/knowledgebase\/ssl-validation\/troubleshooting-domain-control-validation-dcv\/#email-validation\"><strong>Email verification<\/strong><\/a> (most common)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-dns-record-validation\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesslstore.com\/knowledgebase\/ssl-validation\/troubleshooting-domain-control-validation-dcv\/#cname-validation-comodo-only\"><strong>DNS record validation<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-http-https-file-upload\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thesslstore.com\/knowledgebase\/ssl-validation\/how-to-complete-http-https-file-verification\/\"><strong>HTTP\/HTTPS file upload<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Common approval email addresses include:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-admin-yourdomain-co-za\"><a href=\"mailto:admin@yourdomain.co.za\">admin@yourdomain.co.za<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-administrator-yourdomain-co-za\"><a href=\"mailto:administrator@yourdomain.co.za\">administrator@yourdomain.co.za<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-webmaster-yourdomain-co-za\"><a href=\"mailto:webmaster@yourdomain.co.za\">webmaster@yourdomain.co.za<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-hostmaster-yourdomain-co-za\"><a href=\"mailto:hostmaster@yourdomain.co.za\">hostmaster@yourdomain.co.za<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-postmaster-yourdomain-co-za\"><a href=\"mailto:postmaster@yourdomain.co.za\">postmaster@yourdomain.co.za<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Why DV Exists:<\/strong><br>It prevents someone else from securing an SSL certificate for a domain they don\u2019t own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TIP: <\/strong>DV is the <strong>fastest and simplest<\/strong> validation method and is often completed within minutes once actioned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-alternative-domain-validation-methods\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alternative Domain Validation Methods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If email validation isn\u2019t possible, there are secure alternatives:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>File-Based Validation<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-file-based-validation\">You upload a small text file provided by the CA to your website\u2019s root directory. The CA checks for this file to confirm control.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>DNS (CNAME) Validation<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-dns-cname-validation\">Supported by providers like <strong>Sectigo<\/strong>, this method requires adding a unique CNAME record to your DNS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-\"><strong>TIP: <\/strong>DNS validation is ideal if you want a <strong>hands-off, repeatable method<\/strong>, especially with future reissues.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Organization Validation (OV)<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-what-it-validates\"><strong>What it Validates:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-domain-ownership\">Domain ownership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-legal-business-registration\">Legal business registration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-physical-address\">Physical address<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-active-telephone-number\">Active telephone number<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-what-to-expect\"><strong>What to Expect:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-domain-validation-as-above\">Domain validation (as above)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-verification-of-your-business-against-trusted-third-party-databases\">Verification of your business against trusted third-party databases<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-possible-confirmation-call\">Possible confirmation call<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-why-ov-exists-ov-confirms-that-your-website-is-operated-by-a-real-legally-registered-organisation\"><strong>Why OV Exists:<\/strong><br>OV confirms that your website is operated by a <strong>real, legally registered organisation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" fetchpriority=\"low\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/cdn.freshdesk.com\/data\/helpdesk\/attachments\/production\/33039495706\/original\/tIzf8f81FmpZIltb8DmSYFDv6kkb5PTJ6g.png?1586941392\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:449px;height:354px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-tip-ov-certificates-visibly-increase-trust-especially-for-service-based-and-professional-websites\"><strong>TIP: <\/strong>OV certificates visibly increase trust, especially for service-based and professional websites.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Extended Validation (EV)<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-what-it-validates-everything-in-ov-plus-additional-in-depth-identity-checks\"><strong>What it Validates:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;Everything in OV, plus <strong>additional, in-depth identity checks<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-ev-certificates-require\"><strong>EV Certificates Require:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-verified-legal-existence\">Verified legal existence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-confirmed-operational-presence\">Confirmed operational presence<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-independent-verification-sources\">Independent verification sources<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-final-validation-call\">Final validation call<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-why-ev-exists-ev-ssl-provides-the-highest-level-of-trust-available-helping-users-instantly-recognise-legitimate-businesses\"><strong>Why EV Exists:<\/strong><br>EV SSL provides the <strong>highest level of trust available<\/strong>, helping users instantly recognise legitimate businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-important-clarity-every-ev-certificate-is-an-ov-certificate-but-not-every-ov-certificate-qualifies-for-ev\"><strong>Important Clarity:<\/strong><br>Every EV certificate is an OV certificate, but not every OV certificate qualifies for EV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-important-while-ev-takes-longer-it-is-intentionally-rigorous\"><strong>IMPORTANT: <\/strong>While EV takes longer, it is intentionally rigorous.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-how-browsers-trust-ssl-certificates\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Browsers Trust SSL Certificates<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Browsers trust your SSL certificate when they can confirm that it is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-issued-by-a-trusted-certificate-authority\">Issued by a trusted Certificate Authority<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-valid-for-the-domain-being-visited\">Valid for the domain being visited<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-within-its-active-date-range\">Within its active date range<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-not-revoked\">Not revoked<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-properly-chained-to-a-trusted-root-certificate\">Properly chained to a trusted root certificate<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If any of these checks fail, visitors may see security warnings, even if the certificate exists, which may cause your customers to see your website as <a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/why-does-the-website-say-the-ssl-certificate-is-untrusted\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>untrusted<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-ssl-lifecycle-changes-what-you-need-to-know\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">SSL Lifecycle Changes (What You Need to Know)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The SSL industry is moving toward <strong>shorter certificate lifespans<\/strong> to improve security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What\u2019s Changing<\/strong><\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-as-of-12-march-2026-new-ssl-certificates-will-be-valid-for-199-days-about-6-months\">As of 12 March 2026, new SSL certificates will be valid for <strong>~199 days (about 6 months)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-domain-control-validation-dcv-reuse-is-also-shortening\">Domain Control Validation (DCV) reuse is also shortening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-more-frequent-reissuance-will-be-required\">More frequent reissuance will be required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What This Means for You<\/strong><\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-your-website-remains-secure-but-action-may-be-needed-more-often\">Your website remains secure, but action may be needed more often<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-validation-steps-may-occur-more-frequently\">Validation steps may occur more frequently<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-planning-ahead-avoids-last-minute-stress\">Planning ahead avoids last-minute stress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can explore our <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/important-ssltls-lifecycle-changes-and-why-this-matters\/\">Upcoming SSL\/TLS Certificate Lifecycle Changes<\/a><a href=\"#_msocom_1\">[NP1]<\/a>&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><strong><em><a><\/a><\/em><\/strong> guide for full details on the changes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>IMPORTANT: <\/strong>Certificates issued before enforcement dates remain valid until expiry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-types-of-ssl-tls-certificates-we-offer-at-1-grid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Types of SSL\/TLS Certificates We Offer at 1-grid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At 1-grid, we offer <a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/website-security\/ssl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>paid, professionally issued SSL certificates<\/strong><\/a> designed for long-term trust, browser recognition, and business credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We do not offer <a href=\"https:\/\/letsencrypt.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Let\u2019s Encrypt<\/strong><\/a>. Paid SSL certificates provide stronger trust signals, warranties, and guided support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-certificates-available\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Certificates Available<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-domain-validation-dv-ssl\"><strong>Domain Validation (DV) SSL<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-wildcard-dv-ssl\"><strong>Wildcard DV SSL<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-extended-validation-ev-ssl\"><strong>Extended Validation (EV) SSL<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our certificates are issued through globally trusted authorities, including <strong>Thawte<\/strong> and <strong>Sectigo<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Q. Why is my SSL taking so long to issue?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-q-why-is-my-ssl-taking-so-long-to-issue-most-delays-are-caused-by-missed-validation-emails-incomplete-business-records-or-pending-phone-verification\">Most delays are caused by missed validation emails, incomplete business records, or pending phone verification.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Q. Do I need to revalidate every time?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-q-do-i-need-to-revalidate-every-time-yes-especially-with-shorter-certificate-lifecycles-this-improves-security\">Yes, especially with shorter certificate lifecycles. This improves security.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Q. Is validation optional?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-q-is-validation-optional-no-validation-is-required-for-all-publicly-trusted-ssl-certificates\">No, validation is required for all publicly trusted SSL certificates.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Q. Can 1-grid validate on my behalf?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-q-can-1-grid-validate-on-my-behalf-we-guide-and-assist-but-validation-must-be-completed-by-you-to-protect-your-identity\">We guide and assist, but validation must be completed by you to protect your identity.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-additional-resources\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/website-security\/ssl\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Explore 1-grid&#8217;s SSL Product Page<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/?s=SSL&amp;ht-kb-search=1&amp;lang=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>All You Need to Know About SSLs at 1-grid<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/?s=install+SSL&amp;ht-kb-search=1&amp;lang=\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Installing SSL FAQs<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/what-is-an-ssl-certificate-and-why-do-i-need-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>SSL\/TLS Certificates and Why These Matter<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/why-does-the-green-lock-for-my-ssl-not-show\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Why Doesn\u2019t the Green Lock Show in the URL Bar?<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/what-is-browser-recognition-how-does-it-function-with-an-ssl-certificate\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>SSL Certificates and Browser Recognition<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/why-ssl-the-purpose-of-using-ssl-certificates\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Importance of SSL<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/why-does-the-website-say-the-ssl-certificate-is-untrusted\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Untrusted SSL Certificates<\/strong><\/a><br><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/important-ssltls-lifecycle-changes-and-why-this-matters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Important SSL\/TLS Lifecycle Changes and Why This Matters<\/a><a href=\"#_msocom_2\">[NP2]<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-need-additional-support\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Need Additional Support?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>We&#8217;re Here to <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Help<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding SSL validation processes and how these impact your certificate doesn\u2019t have to feel technical with this easy-to-reference guide. Stuck? Check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/1-grid-scope-of-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Scope of Support<\/strong><\/a>, and then contact our Support Team for further clarity and guidance (<a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/contact-us\/<\/strong><\/a>). We&#8217;re ready to see how we can help!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica,sans-serif;\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-family: Helvetica,sans-serif;\"><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>SSL validation exists to protect you, your visitors, and the wider internet. 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