SSL Certificate Warranty Explained
A secure sockets layer (SSL) certificate warranty protects users who transmit personal information through a website they assume to be secure because it uses SSL technology.
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SSL Technology
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SSL technology creates a secure, encrypted connection between a Web server and a website user's Web browser. This technology allows users to disclose private information through a website without needing to worry about confidential data being tampered with or stolen.
SSL Certificate
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Websites, such as those for online businesses, purchase SSL certificates to use the technology for their virtual stores to protect customer's personal information when they make purchases.
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SSL Warranty
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A SSL certificate normally comes with a warranty that protects a website's users. If a website with a SSL certificate turns out not be secure and a user's personal information is stolen or tampered with, the warranty ensures users will be financially compensated for the security breach. Warranties often range from $10,000 to $250,000 (as of 2010). Some websites purchase a certificate with a warranty of $250,000 or more. This is because someone who steals a user's credit card information, for example, could run up a large credit card bill.
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