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What SSL certificate should I choose?

Posted: Sun Dec 04, 2011 12:31 pm
by Matty
Hi all,

I'm currently developing a store with westpac payway (for credit card transactions).

One of the westpac requirements is:
You must enable the use at all times of a Secure Socket Layer (SSL) of 128-bit encryption or higher to establish a secure browser session between you and your customer when receiving cardholder information via the internet.
Can anyone suggest a good SSL certificate to use, or any I should stay away from?

Other requirements are:
* Well known and trusted name
* Minimal cost per year
* Easy setup and support
* Preferably with 'green address bar'
* Minimal effect on site performance

A couple that I'm considering are:
* Digicert SSL plus - http://www.digicert.com/welcome/ssl-plus.htm
* Trustwave (various plans offered by my web host VentraIP) - http://www.ventraipeconomy.com.au/ssl-certificates/

Thanks
Matt

Re: What SSL certificate should I choose?

Posted: Mon Dec 05, 2011 2:58 am
by Moggin
Either of the ones you mention would be fine, in my view. :)

One suggestion is to balance the cost of the SSL with the needs of the store. A green bar EV SSL is more expensive, and takes more hassle to set up, while giving no great advantage to an ordinary store. That's just an opinion though.

There was a thread on this, it might have a few pointers for you
http://forum.opencart.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=44768

Re: What SSL certificate should I choose?

Posted: Mon Dec 05, 2011 7:57 pm
by Matty
Thanks Moggin :)