How to Encrypt URLs
The encryption of URLs enables a website owner to accept funds or transmit sensitive data such as Social Security numbers safely. The encryption process combines personal data into a series of symbols and unreadable codes so those who want to steal it can't. The most widely accepted way to encrypt URLs is via SSL (Secured Socket Layer) certificates. This type of protection ensures total security for transmitting online information.
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Instructions
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Sign on to your computer via an account with administrative privileges. To determine if you have administrative rights, right-click the "Start" button on your computer. If the pop-up box that appears says "Open All Users," then you have these rights. However, if you do not have these privileges, consult your system administrator to perform this operation.
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Go to "Start" and choose the "All Programs" option. Click "Administrative Tools," and then "Internet Information Services Manager."
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Double-click on the "Web Sites" folder. Locate the folder containing the URL you desire to encrypt. Right-click this item and choose the "Properties" option.
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Click "Directory Security," then "Edit." Click "Enter" when you arrive at the "Secure Communications" window.
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Click "Create a new certificate." Click "Enter" and then select "Prepare the request now, but send it later."Click "Enter" once again.
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Type the title you plan to use for the SSL certificate. Select the highest bit length.
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Enter the name of your company, location and domain. Save the SSL certificate to your hard drive and click "Finish" to conclude.
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