{"id":25067,"date":"2026-06-19T08:11:38","date_gmt":"2026-06-19T08:11:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1-grid.com\/knowledge\/why-ssl-the-purpose-of-using-ssl-certificates\/"},"modified":"2026-06-19T08:17:15","modified_gmt":"2026-06-19T08:17:15","slug":"why-ssl-the-purpose-of-using-ssl-certificates","status":"publish","type":"ht_kb","link":"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/why-ssl-the-purpose-of-using-ssl-certificates\/","title":{"rendered":"Why SSL with 1-grid? The Purpose of Using SSL Certificates"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seeing \u201cNot Secure\u201d in a browser, being asked to install or renew an SSL certificate, or hearing that SSL rules are changing can feel overwhelming, especially if your website isn\u2019t \u201ctechnical\u201d or doesn\u2019t process payments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most customers don\u2019t struggle because SSL is unimportant; they struggle because it\u2019s often explained without context, reassurance, or clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide will explain the true purpose of SSL certificates, show how SSL protects both <em>data<\/em> and <em>identity, <\/em>not just payments; clarify why browsers and search engines require SSL, address common fears, myths, and misconceptions; briefly prepare you for upcoming SSL lifecycle changes, and help you understand which SSL certificates 1-grid offers and why.<\/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-35.png\" alt=\"The Purpose of Using SSL Certificates\" class=\"wp-image-34746\"\/><\/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-why-ssl-certificates-exist-the-core-purpose\">Why SSL Certificates Exist (The Core Purpose)<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-ssl-tls-certificates-offered-at-1-grid\">SSL\/TLS Certificates Offered at 1-grid<\/a><ul class=\"ht_toc_child_list\"><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#htoc-ssl-lifecycle-changes-brief-overview\">SSL Lifecycle Changes (Brief Overview)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-ssl-certificates-explained\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">SSL Certificates Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) &#8211; more accurately called TLS &#8211; certificate creates a <strong>secure, encrypted connection<\/strong> between a visitor\u2019s browser and your website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This ensures that information:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-goes-to-the-correct-website\">Goes to the <strong>correct website<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-cannot-be-read-altered-or-intercepted\">Cannot be <strong>read, altered, or intercepted<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-remains-private-and-trustworthy-while-in-transit\">Remains <strong>private and trustworthy<\/strong> while in transit<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When SSL is active, your site uses <a href=\"https:\/\/transparencyreport.google.com\/https?hl=en\"><strong>HTTPS<\/strong><\/a> instead of HTTP, and browsers recognise it as secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-why-ssl-certificates-exist-the-core-purpose\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why SSL Certificates Exist (The Core Purpose)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SSL certificates exist to solve <strong>five critical problems on the internet<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-1-protecting-data-in-transit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Protecting Data in Transit<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Problem:<\/strong><br>Without SSL, information sent across the internet can be intercepted or altered while travelling between computers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What SSL Fixes<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-ssl-encrypts-data-so-it-becomes-unreadable-to-anyone-except-the-intended-server\">SSL encrypts data so it becomes unreadable to anyone except the intended server.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What This Protects<\/strong><\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Login details<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contact forms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Email addresses<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Payment information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Any personal or business data<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>IMPORTANT: <\/strong>Even if your site doesn\u2019t accept payments, <strong>forms and logins still carry sensitive data<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-2-verifying-website-identity-authentication\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Verifying Website Identity (Authentication)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Problem:<\/strong><br>Anyone can <em>claim<\/em> to be a website, but browsers need proof.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What SSL Fixes<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-ssl-certificates-are-issued-only-after-verification-by-a-trusted-certificate-authority-such-as-sectigo-or-thawte\">SSL certificates are issued only after verification by a trusted Certificate Authority, such as <strong>Sectigo<\/strong> or <strong>Thawte<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-depending-on-the-certificate-type-this-verification-may-confirm\">Depending on the certificate type, this verification may confirm:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Domain ownership<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal business registration<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operational existence<\/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>Why This Matters<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-it-prevents-impersonation-phishing-and-misdirected-traffic\">It prevents impersonation, <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>, and misdirected traffic.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-3-building-browser-and-customer-trust\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Building Browser and Customer Trust<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Problem:<\/strong><br>Browsers actively warn visitors when a site is not secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What SSL Fixes<\/strong><\/summary>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Removes \u201cNot Secure\u201d warnings<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Displays the padlock icon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signals safety and legitimacy<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TIP: <\/strong>Visitors are far less likely to submit forms or complete purchases on unsecured sites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Trust is emotional, so SSL supports that trust quietly, in the background.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-4-supporting-seo-and-visibility\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Supporting SEO and Visibility<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The Problem:<\/strong><br>Search engines favour secure websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>What SSL Fixes<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-ssl-is-a-confirmed-ranking-signal-used-by-google\">SSL is a confirmed ranking signal used by <strong>Google<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TIP: <\/strong>While SEO has many factors, SSL is one of the <em>fastest and simplest<\/em> improvements you can make.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-5-meeting-legal-and-industry-requirements\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Meeting Legal and Industry Requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">SSL is required for compliance with standards such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li id=\"htoc-pci-dss-online-payments\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pcisecuritystandards.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>PCI DSS<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>(online payments)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-gdpr-data-protection\"><a href=\"https:\/\/gdpr.eu\/what-is-gdpr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>GDPR<\/strong><\/a> (data protection)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li id=\"htoc-hipaa-health-data-where-applicable\"><a href=\"https:\/\/compliancy-group.com\/hipaa-south-africa-the-protection-of-personal-information-act\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>HIPAA<\/strong><\/a> (health data, where applicable)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>IMPORTANT: <\/strong>Even if you don\u2019t store data, <strong>encrypting data in transit is often mandatory<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-ssl-tls-certificates-offered-at-1-grid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">SSL\/TLS Certificates Offered at 1-grid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At 1-grid, we provide <a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/website-security\/ssl\/\"><strong>paid, professionally issued SSL certificates<\/strong><\/a> designed for long-term trust, warranty protection, and guided support. We do not offer Let\u2019s Encrypt, as paid SSL certificates provide stronger trust signals, warranties, and assisted validation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-domain-validation-dv-ssl\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Domain Validation (DV) SSL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fast, reliable protection that confirms domain ownership. These are best for personal sites, blogs, and informational websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-wildcard-dv-ssl\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wildcard DV SSL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Secures your main domain and all subdomains under one certificate. These are ideal for websites with multiple subdomains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"htoc-extended-validation-ev-ssl\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extended Validation (EV) SSL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The highest level of verification, confirming organisational identity. These are often used by businesses that rely heavily on customer trust and credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"htoc-ssl-lifecycle-changes-brief-overview\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">SSL Lifecycle Changes (Brief Overview)<\/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>New SSL certificates issued after <strong>12 March 2026<\/strong> will have a maximum lifespan of ~199 days<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Domain Control Validation (DCV) reuse is also shortening<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Applies to all publicly trusted SSL\/TLS certificates<\/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>Certificates will need to be reissued more often<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Validation steps may occur more frequently<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Planning ahead prevents last-minute stress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">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 and Why This Matters<\/a><\/em><\/strong> guide to stay in the loop with all lifecycle changes.<\/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. Do I need SSL if my site doesn\u2019t take payments?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-yes-it-is-highly-recommended-as-forms-logins-and-browsers-all-require-ssl-for-trust\">Yes, it is highly recommended as forms, logins, and browsers all require SSL for trust.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Q. Why does my browser say, \u201cNot Secure\u201d?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-this-usually-means-an-ssl-certificate-is-missing-expired-or-incorrectly-installed\">This usually means an SSL certificate is missing, expired, or incorrectly installed.<\/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 an SSL certificate optional?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-yes-however-modern-browsers-and-search-engines-expect-https\">Yes, however, modern browsers and search engines expect HTTPS.<\/p>\n<\/details>\n\n\n\n<details class=\"wp-block-details is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary><strong>Q. Will I need to renew my SSL certificate more often?<\/strong><\/summary>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"htoc-yes-as-lifecycle-changes-mean-more-frequent-reissuance-but-the-process-remains-manageable\">Yes, as lifecycle changes mean more frequent reissuance, but the process remains manageable.<\/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\/\"><strong>Explore 1-grid&#8217;s SSL Product Page<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/ssl-validation-processes\/\"><strong>Understanding SSL Validation Processes<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/?s=SSL&amp;ht-kb-search=1&amp;lang=\"><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=\"><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\/\"><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\/\"><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\/\"><strong>SSL Certificates and Browser Recognition<\/strong><\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/1grid.co.za\/knowledge\/why-ssl-the-purpose-of-using-ssl-certificates\/\"><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><\/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\/\"><strong>Help<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Understanding the purpose of SSL certificates and how these can earn trust with your customers doesn\u2019t have to cause confusion 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!<a id=\"_msocom_1\"><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Seeing \u201cNot Secure\u201d in a browser, being asked to install or renew an SSL certificate, or hearing that SSL rules are changing can feel overwhelming, especially if your website isn\u2019t \u201ctechnical\u201d or doesn\u2019t process payments. 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