{"id":3231,"date":"2020-06-22T09:04:29","date_gmt":"2020-06-22T09:04:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.mainvps.net\/?p=14"},"modified":"2026-06-05T09:42:37","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T09:42:37","slug":"free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything you need to know about Free SSL and Paid SSL"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Every person who owns a website for business purposes has likely heard the term &#8220;SSL certificate,&#8221; but many do not fully understand its importance. This guide will help business owners and website administrators understand <strong>free SSL and paid SSL<\/strong>, their features, requirements, and key differences. It will also explain how MainVPS can assist with SSL certificate selection, installation, and implementation. Additionally, this blog will highlight the best practices to follow when choosing an SSL certificate, helping you make an informed decision for your website&#8217;s security. So, get ready to learn everything you need to know about SSL certificates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#What_is_meant_by_SSL_and_how_is_it_related_to_the_website\" >What is meant by SSL, and how is it related to the website?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#Why_is_an_SSL_certificate_essential_for_a_website\" >Why is an SSL certificate essential for a website<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#What_is_a_free_SSL_certificate\" >What is a free SSL certificate?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#LIFE_of_a_Paid_SSL_Certificate\" >LIFE of a Paid SSL Certificate.<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#1_What_is_an_SSL_certificate\" >1. What is an SSL certificate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#2_What_is_the_difference_between_free_SSL_and_paid_SSL\" >2. What is the difference between free SSL and paid SSL?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#3_Is_Free_SSL_secure\" >3. Is Free SSL secure?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#4_How_long_does_a_free_SSL_certificate_last\" >4. How long does a free SSL certificate last?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#5_How_long_does_a_paid_SSL_certificate_last\" >5. How long does a paid SSL certificate last?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#6_Does_Free_SSL_include_technical_support\" >6. Does Free SSL include technical support?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#7_Who_should_use_a_paid_SSL_certificate\" >7. Who should use a paid SSL certificate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#8_Does_SSL_improve_website_SEO\" >8. Does SSL improve website SEO?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#9_Can_I_upgrade_from_Free_SSL_to_Paid_SSL_later\" >9. Can I upgrade from Free SSL to Paid SSL later?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#10_Why_should_I_buy_an_SSL_certificate_from_MainVPS\" >10. Why should I buy an SSL certificate from MainVPS?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/free-ssl-vs-paid-ssl-guide\/#Suggestions\" >Suggestions:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_meant_by_SSL_and_how_is_it_related_to_the_website\"><\/span><strong>What is meant by SSL, and how is it related to the website?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>SSL is the abbreviation of the Secure Sockets Layer; it is also called <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Transport_Layer_Security\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Transport_Layer_Security\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">TLS (Transport Layer Security)<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>. It is a protocol for encrypting internet traffic and verifying the server identity. SSL certificates enable each of the websites to move from HTTP to HTTPS, which makes it more secure. It is a data file that is hosted on a website\u2019s origin server. There are two keys<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Public Keys<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private Keys<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The public keys and private keys are used for SSL, and they have long characters that are used for encrypting and decrypting data and information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The private keys are kept secret and secure. If you can observe any website with an HTTPS address, then that website has SSL\/TLS. Let\u2019s discuss more about SSL certificates. The certificate includes the domain name for which it was issued. The domain is issued by which person, which organization, or which device? It had a digital signature on it. The certificate also has the date of issue and the date of expiry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_an_SSL_certificate_essential_for_a_website\"><\/span><strong>Why is an SSL certificate essential for a website<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every website has its SSL certificate to keep the data secure and safe from attackers. As there are many types of websites, such as<a href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/vps-hosting-for-ecommerce-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"12460\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">e-commerce websites<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>, education websites, and industrial websites. The website will become more authentic and will regain the targeted audience. The website with HTTPS makes it more trustworthy from a user perspective. It is very important for new website owners that they should understand the basic difference between HTTP and HTTPS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no such hard and fast process to obtain an SSL certificate. You can receive an SSL certificate from a certificate authority. It is just an outside organization, a trusted party that digitally signs the certificate using its private key. The Certificate Authority will charge a fee for issuing an SSL certificate. MainVPS, which is popularly known to provide the best services for SSL certificates, will help users with how to purchase the certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When the certificate is issued, all it needs is to be installed and activated on the website server. After activation, the website will get loaded from <a href=\"https:\/\/silktide.com\/glossary\/http-vs-https\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">HTTP to HTTPS,<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> and your traffic will get more secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_free_SSL_certificate\"><\/span><strong>What is a free SSL certificate?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Free SSL certificates are issued by non-profit authorities. A non-profit CA provides SSL\/TLS certificates for free. The life span of free SSL is 90 days. You have to renew your free SSL certificate every 90 days. Free SSL certification comes with <a href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/the-best-domain-provider-in-india\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"12138\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">domain<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> validation only. If you are looking to display your organization&#8217;s name in the certificate, then you must go for 1 more certificate. Likewise, a free SSL certificate won&#8217;t work. If you are going for a free SSL certificate, then there will be no such technical support available for help, even if you require the right person for the installation of a free SSL certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"LIFE_of_a_Paid_SSL_Certificate\"><\/span>LIFE of a Paid SSL Certificate.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The life span of a paid SSL certificate is two years (depending on providers). You have to renew your certificate every two years. There are different sizes and shapes of paid SSL certificates, as they have a unique purpose and different validation levels. Going for a paid SSL certificate comparison requires good technical support. The right person is always recommended for installing a paid SSL certification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of this blog, you will have understood better the difference between a free SSL certificate and a paid SSL certificate. Now, at this time, if you are good at the pitfalls of free SSL certificates, then it is good to go with a free SSL certificate, and if you are not, then it is better to go for a paid SSL certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now the question arises: from where can you buy an affordable SSL certificate? DO NOT WORRY. All your problems will get sorted out on this platform. <a href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">MainVPS<\/mark><\/strong><\/a> is a leading website where we have a bulk of certificates that can be offered at an affordable rate with proper implementation and maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are known for delivering the best SSL certificates at a low price. The website will offer you the SSL certificate at the best price. The rates are also dependent on the offer, according to the season. If you are looking to protect your website from such attackers, then do buy the SSL certificate. Do not get fooled by anyone. Use your common sense and implement it carefully. Besides providing an SSL certificate, MainVPS is also known for the best domain and <a href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/web-hosting\"><strong><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">hosting services<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>. For any query, contact us at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645298295\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_an_SSL_certificate\"><\/span>1. What is an SSL certificate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>An SSL certificate encrypts data between a website and its visitors, making the connection secure.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645310547\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_What_is_the_difference_between_free_SSL_and_paid_SSL\"><\/span>2. What is the difference between free SSL and paid SSL?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Free SSL provides basic encryption, while paid SSL offers additional validation, security features, and support.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645323683\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Is_Free_SSL_secure\"><\/span>3. Is Free SSL secure?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, Free SSL provides strong encryption and is suitable for most personal websites and blogs.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645337657\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_How_long_does_a_free_SSL_certificate_last\"><\/span>4. How long does a free SSL certificate last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Most free SSL certificates are valid for 90 days and require regular renewal.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645351301\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_How_long_does_a_paid_SSL_certificate_last\"><\/span>5. How long does a paid SSL certificate last?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Paid SSL certificates typically require annual renewal, though terms vary by provider.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645367055\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Does_Free_SSL_include_technical_support\"><\/span>6. Does Free SSL include technical support?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>No, free SSL certificates usually do not come with dedicated technical support.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645384188\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Who_should_use_a_paid_SSL_certificate\"><\/span>7. Who should use a paid SSL certificate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/mainvps.net\/blog\/best-web-hosting-for-small-businesses\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"10854\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-cyan-blue-color\">Businesses<\/mark><\/strong><\/a>, e-commerce websites, and organizations that need enhanced trust and validation should use paid SSL.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645402774\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Does_SSL_improve_website_SEO\"><\/span>8. Does SSL improve website SEO?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, HTTPS-enabled websites can benefit from improved search engine rankings and user trust.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645419688\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Can_I_upgrade_from_Free_SSL_to_Paid_SSL_later\"><\/span>9. Can I upgrade from Free SSL to Paid SSL later?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, you can upgrade to a paid SSL certificate whenever your website requires additional security or validation.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780645437666\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Why_should_I_buy_an_SSL_certificate_from_MainVPS\"><\/span>10. 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