SSL Certificate — Why Is It Mandatory, How to Install?
Learn the importance of a secure HTTPS connection and the SSL installation process for your store.
SSL encrypts the traffic between your website and its visitors. When it is active, your store opens over https:// and the browser displays a secure connection indicator in the address bar.
Why Is SSL Mandatory?
- Payment providers: Virtual POS systems do not operate on websites without a secure HTTPS connection.
- Browser security: Browsers may display a “Not secure” warning on websites using HTTP. This warning may cause customers who have reached the checkout stage to leave the store.
- Google visibility: Google considers HTTPS usage as one of its ranking signals.
- Integration requirements: Some store integrations, including payment notifications and WhatsApp webhooks, require HTTPS.
How Is SSL Installed?
When you connect your domain to your store, the basic SSL installation is completed by our team. For more advanced requirements, such as organization-validated certificates or subdomains, follow these steps:
- Review the suitable package in the SSL section on ihashop.com.
- Create your order.
- Our team handles the installation and renewal tracking.
How Can You Check the Installation?
After the installation is complete, open your website using https://. You can view the certificate details by clicking the secure connection icon in your browser. Requests made over http:// are automatically redirected to https://.
Note: SSL certificates must be renewed when their validity period expires. Renewals for certificates covered by our service are tracked automatically.