E-Commerce - Using SSL

SSL

SSL (a.k.a. "secure server") access is available as an add-on to the Basic, Advanced, and High Volume Accounts, and is included with the Webmaster, Developer, and Commerce accounts. This article answers common questions about the use of SSL on accounts here at pair Networks.

Where do I place my files that require secure access?

There is not a separate directory for secure server access. All files in your public_html directory may be accessed securely or through the regular web server by simply changing how you link to them. The same files are served whether you access them via http:// or https://

What is the URL of my secure files?

The URL for secure files is very similar to the URL for unencrypted files. Instead of typing http before the URL, type https before the URL to access secure files.

Note the "s" after http in the protocol -- if it's not included, access will not be made securely.

Do I need to get my own secure certificate?

If you are using your own domain name, then yes, you need to get your own secure certificate. You can learn more about pairSSL secure certificates here.

If you are using a pairsite.com subdomain, you do not need your own secure certificate. This is the case because you will be using our an existing secure certificate.