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Security with SSL certificate
Create security and trust for your store and website by using an SSL certificate.
Let's Encrypt SSL certificate with every peaknetworks hosting for free
Since mid-2018, peaknetworks hosting customers can activate free Let's Encrypt SSL certificates on their hostings or subdomains at peaknetworks. The only requirement is that the DNS servers of the domain are at peaknetworks, as the validation of the Let's Encrypt SSL certificate is done via an additional DNS entry.
As long as the domain is with us, we ensure an automatic and uninterrupted renewal of the Let's Encrypt SSL certificates on your website.
Secure with SSL through encryption
SSL certificates ensure that online traffic to and from your website is encrypted, making it more difficult to intercept credit card data or other confidential information.
An unencrypted website sends data via the HTTP protocol, by using an HTTPS capable web server in combination with an SSL certificate the data can be transmitted encrypted.
On the one hand SSL encryption increases the trust in your website, on the other hand SSL encryption is now also a part of a higher Google ranking and therefore a point in search engine optimization.
SSL certificates are issued by official certification authorities.
Depending on the type of SSL certificate, there are various ways in which the owner of a domain authenticates himself to the certification authority. Authentication is necessary to prevent a third party from impersonating the owner of the domain.
Frequently asked questions about the SSL certificate
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Can I use an SSL certificate with an external domain?
Yes, we also offer free Let's Encrypt certificates for external domains. To do this, simply store the following DNS record with your current provider:
_acme-challenge CNAME _acme-challenge.internet-servers.net..As soon as this has been done, you can simply send us an email, or post a message via our support forum.
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How long is an SSL certificate valid?
The free Let's Encrypt certificate is only valid for 3 months. However, this is renewed automatically by ours.
Paid certificates have a term of one year. If not canceled, this is also renewed automatically.
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Can I download the SSL certificate?
Let's Encrypt certificates are very short-lived, so we do not offer a download.
Paid certificates are sent to you automatically after Renew.
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Are SSL certificates also valid for subdomains?
With our free Let's Encrypt certificates, all your subdomains are also protected.
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How do I enable SSL on my hosting?
You can easily activate your SSL certificate via our control panel. To do this, simply click on Hosting in the menu, select your hosting, and then go to the "SSL" tab, where you can then activate your SSL certificate.
If your certificate does not show up, please contact our support.
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Are SSL certificates renewed automatically?
Yes, we automatically renew our SSL certificates.
If you have an external domain, please do not delete the DNS entry you added to the link.
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Are SSL certificates free of charge?
We offer 2 different types of SSL certificates:
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free Let's Encrypt certificates: these are automatically included when you order the domain from us or when you link an external domain to us.
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paid Sectigo certificates: you need to order these certificates from us. Click here to learn more.
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