How SSL works

When you use a secure connection to send data between a web browser and your website server, this means the data is encrypted while it's being sent and is decrypted when it's received. SSL can prevent unauthorized parties from accessing sensitive, confidential, or personal information like phone numbers or addresses.

How your visitors can tell if SSL is being used

Website pages using a secure connection will show visitors a lock icon in their web browser. This lets visitors know that data transferred between your website and their web browser is secure. Most website visitors demand this protection when shopping online or submitting personal information or sensitive data through a web form.

You can secure your entire site with a free SSL certificate. Learn more.

See Also:

• Enable your security certificate in SSL Manager
• FAQ: SSL Manager
• Secure your storefront
• FAQ: Secure storefront