Domain Validation (DV)

SSL Certificate

Validate your domain and help secure customer data

DV SSL removes browser warnings and encrypts basic website data with industry-standard TLS encryption.

Issued in minutes · Auto setup · No technical knowledge required

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Choose the right Domain Validation (DV) SSL certificate for your website

Get HTTPS fast—pick Single Domain, Multi-Domain (SAN), or Wildcard based on how many domains you need to secure.

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Reasons to choose a Domain Validation (DV) SSL certificate

Domain Validation SSL provides fast, automated HTTPS protection for personal websites, blogs, and small projects — without paperwork or business verification.

Remove browser security warnings

DV SSL enables HTTPS and removes “Not Secure” warnings in modern browsers, helping visitors feel safe when accessing your website.

Encrypt basic website data

All data exchanged between your visitors and your website is encrypted using industry-standard TLS, protecting contact forms and login credentials from interception.

Issued in minutes

Domain Validation SSL certificates are validated automatically and issued within minutes, allowing you to secure your website quickly with minimal effort.

Compatible with all major browsers

DV SSL certificates are trusted by modern browsers and devices, ensuring secure connections across desktop and mobile platforms.

Free installation assistance

Our team can help you install your SSL certificate at no extra cost, so you don’t need technical experience to get started.

Free reissues included

If you need to reissue your SSL certificate due to server changes or configuration updates, you can do so at no additional cost.

Running a business or online store

Upgrade your SSL certificate for higher trust and stronger verification.

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Ideal for company websites

Organization Validation (OV) SSL

OV SSL verifies your organization’s identity and secures customer communications.

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Extended Validation (EV) SSL

EV SSL provides the highest level of trust by displaying verified company information.

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Whether you need help choosing the right SSL, installing it, or managing it later—our security specialists are available 24/7 to assist you.

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Speak directly with real security specialists — before and after your purchase, in your local language.

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Best-in-class support

Get industry-leading support, in your local language. Available 24/7 via chat, email, and ticket — no outsourcing.

DV SSL is the fastest way to remove browser warnings and enable HTTPS on your website

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Frequently asked questions

A Domain Validation (DV) SSL certificate is the most basic type of SSL certificate that verifies you control the domain name. It encrypts data sent between a visitor’s browser and your website, removes browser security warnings, and enables HTTPS — without validating business identity.

Yes. A DV SSL certificate fully satisfies Google’s HTTPS requirement. Search engines do not rank websites higher based on SSL type (DV, OV, or EV), but HTTPS is a confirmed ranking signal, and DV SSL is sufficient to enable it.

DV SSL does not directly boost rankings, but it:

• Enables HTTPS (a ranking factor)
• Prevents “Not Secure” browser warnings
• Improves user trust and engagement signals

All of these indirectly support SEO performance.

• DV SSL: Verifies domain ownership only (fast, automated)
• OV SSL: Verifies business identity + domain
• EV SSL: Highest validation, displays verified company details

DV SSL focuses on encryption, not identity verification.

DV SSL is ideal if you run:

• Personal websites or blogs
• Portfolios or landing pages
• Small business sites without payments
• Content, marketing, or informational websites

If you process payments or sensitive customer data, consider OV or EV SSL.

Yes. DV SSL encrypts all data transmitted over HTTPS, including:

• Login credentials
• Contact form submissions
• Comments and cookies

However, it does not verify who owns the business behind the website.

Most DV SSL certificates are issued within minutes. Validation is automated and usually completed via:

• Email verification
• DNS record
• HTTP file upload

No paperwork or manual review is required.

Yes — in terms of encryption strength.
All SSL certificates (DV, OV, EV) use the same 256-bit TLS encryption. The difference lies in identity verification, not cryptographic security.

You can, but it’s not recommended for trust-critical use cases. DV SSL secures data but does not show verified business identity, which may reduce trust for:

• Service businesses
• B2B websites
• Customer portals

For stronger credibility, OV SSL is a better fit.

If a DV SSL certificate expires:

• HTTPS warnings reappear
• Browsers may block form submissions
• SEO trust signals can be affected

Managed DV SSL certificates with automatic renewal prevent downtime and security warnings.

Disclaimer

*1: We will install your SSL certificate for free if you host your website and domain with Pladinum and purchased the SSL certificate for that domain. If you need help installing an SSL certificate on external hosting, please contact our sales team for assistance.

*2: You can request a full refund for SSL plans within 30 days of purchase. However, for Managed SSL, once the installation of the SSL certificate is completed, the purchase is non-refundable.