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SSL certificate, TLS, and HTTPS are three terms often used together when discussing website security, but they represent different components of the same protection process. Understanding how they work together helps you maintain a secure, trusted website that protects both your data and your visitors’ information.
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The Difference Between SSL vs TLS
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) was the original encryption protocol designed to secure online communications. Over time, it was replaced by TLS (Transport Layer Security), a more modern, faster, and stronger protocol that provides better protection against cyberattacks.
How HTTPS Protects Your Website
When your website is secured TLS certificate, it can be accessed through HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure), the secure version of HTTP. HTTPS ensures that all data exchanged between your visitors’ browsers and your server is encrypted, verified, and safe from interception.
At Hosted.com®, all websites automatically include Free SSL Certificates powered by the latest TLS encryption. This means every connection to your website is protected by default, offering better performance, security, and customer trust, without any complicated setup.
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How SSL vs TLS Work Together
Hosted.com® ensures your website uses the latest version of TLS to maintain the highest level of encryption and trust. By combining them, Hosted.com® guarantees your website’s traffic remains private, authenticated, and fully protected – all automatically.
Here’s what you should know:
- SSL vs TLS: TLS is the upgraded version of SSL. While many people still call them “SSL Certificates,” modern sites actually use TLS encryption.
- HTTPS in action: The “https://” prefix and padlock icon in browsers show visitors that your website is secure.
- TLS 1.3 support: Hosted.com® uses TLS 1.3 for faster connection speeds and stronger encryption.
- SEO advantage: Search engines like Google favor HTTPS websites in rankings.
- Hands-free protection: AutoSSL automatically installs and renews your TLS certificates, keeping your site secure year-round.
