SSL?

[estkid]

okay my site design and everything is done, now its time for security. im planning on customers using their credit cards so what do i need?? ssl right? or are there any other options availabe? and also what is the diffrents between certificates?? im completely confused on that. thanks alot in advance

 

joe

[GraphicsGuy]

For a good thread on osc and ssl go here.

 

As for different levels of certificates, as that thread states, recognized brands are generally compatible with all common browsers while some of the lesser known may have problems in some browsers.

 

Within the brands, there are usually different levels of verification. Fast approval certs just verify your domain registration. The higher trust level certificates (more expensive too) require proof of business identification, address, etc.

 

Since trust is one of the biggest issues in ecommerce, the higher trust certificates are just one of many ways to confer credibility and trust to potential customers. Most customers don't look for anything but the padlock in the browser, but the more skeptical/careful ones do.

 

hth