What is an SSL certificate?

Short answer

An SSL certificate makes sure the connection to your website is encrypted. You can tell by https and the padlock in the address bar.

Without SSL someone can read what visitors fill in. That is why browsers warn with "Not secure". Then visitors leave.

An SSL certificate does not have to cost anything. Good hosting arranges it automatically and renews it on time.

Real-life example

A painter got few requests through his form. His certificate had expired and the browser showed a warning.

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