Get an SSL certificate and turn on the padlock.
An SSL certificate encrypts the connection between your site and every visitor — SHA-2 and 2048-bit strong — so the padlock and https show up in the browser bar. Choose Domain, Organization, or Extended Validation.
Encryption that visitors can see
When a visitor enters an SSL-protected page, the certificate automatically creates a secure, encrypted connection with their browser. Once that connection is complete, a padlock icon and the https prefix appear in the browser bar — a clear signal that data passing to and from your site is protected.
Search engines heavily favor HTTPS-encrypted sites and can push them higher in results, so SSL protects your visitors and helps your visibility at the same time.
- Hash algorithm
- SHA-2
- Encryption
- 2048-bit
DV, OV, and EV SSL certificates
All three encrypt your site the same way. They differ in how much of your identity the certificate authority verifies — from domain control only, up to full legal-entity vetting.
Domain Validation (DV)
The fastest way to turn on HTTPS and the padlock.
- The certificate authority verifies that you control the domain — basic, automated validation.
- SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption
- Usually issued in 5 minutes or less.
Best for: Personal sites, blogs, and projects that don't handle sensitive information.
from$67.99/year
See all DV optionsOrganization Validation (OV)
Proves a real, vetted business stands behind the site.
- The CA verifies domain ownership and confirms your business is a legitimate, existing organization.
- SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption
- Typically issued in 3–5 business days after validation.
Best for: Business and organization websites that want verified-identity trust.
from$99.99/year
See all OV optionsExtended Validation (EV)
GoDaddy's most rigorous identity vetting.
- The EV process validates domain control and verifies the requesting entity's legal existence and identity.
- SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption
- The most thorough check — longest to issue of the three.
Best for: E-commerce and high-trust sites that want the strongest identity assurance.
from$149.99/year
See all EV optionsAll SSL certificate options
Single-site, multi-domain, and wildcard certificates across every validation level. Wildcards secure a domain and its subdomains (blog., shop., app.) under one certificate.
- DV SSL (1-Site)DV$67.99/year
- DV SSL (5-Site)DV$99.99/year
- DV SSL (1-Domain)DV$129.99/year
- DV SSL (5-Domain)DV$292.99/year
- DV SSL (Wildcard)DV$349.99/year
- DV SSL (Wildcard)DV$438.99/year
- OV SSL (1-Site)OV$99.99/year
- OV SSL (1-Domain)OV$178.99/year
- OV SSL (5-Site)OV$249.99/year
- OV SSL (5-Domain)OV$292.99/year
- OV SSL (Wildcard)OV$397.99/year
- OV SSL (Wildcard)OV$487.99/year
- EV SSL (1-Site)EV$149.99/year
- EV SSL (1-Domain)EV$243.99/year
- EV SSL (5-Site)EV$347.99/year
- EV SSL (5-Domain)EV$438.99/year
Every SSL certificate, fully equipped
The same strong encryption and hands-on support back every plan — you only choose how much identity verification you want.
SHA-2 & 2048-bit encryption
Every GoDaddy SSL certificate ships with the SHA-2 hash algorithm and 2048-bit encryption to protect data in transit.
The padlock & HTTPS
Once installed, a padlock icon and the https prefix appear in the visitor's browser bar to show your site is secure.
Encrypted connection
When a visitor reaches an SSL-protected page, the certificate automatically creates a secure, encrypted connection with their browser.
Search-engine friendly
Search engines favor HTTPS-encrypted sites and can push them higher in results — an SEO edge for every page you secure.
Hands-on install help
GoDaddy handles the full lifecycle — purchase, install, and upkeep — with security experts on hand to help.
30-day money-back guarantee
Strong encryption, easy to install, and backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Match the certificate to the site
Not sure which validation level you need? Start with how your site is used.
Personal sites & blogs
If your site doesn't collect sensitive data, a DV certificate gives you HTTPS and the padlock in minutes — the quickest path to a secure, search-friendly site.
Business & organization sites
When customers should know a real, vetted company stands behind the site, OV verifies both domain ownership and your organization's legitimacy.
E-commerce & high-trust
For stores and sites handling payments or accounts, EV applies GoDaddy's most rigorous identity vetting for the strongest assurance.
Multiple subdomains
Securing blog., shop., and app. on one domain? A wildcard certificate covers a domain and its subdomains under a single certificate.
Show visitors the connection is safe
An SSL certificate encrypts the traffic between your site and every visitor, and once it's installed the padlock icon and the https prefix light up in the browser bar. That visible cue tells people their connection is secure — and because search engines favor HTTPS sites, it helps your visibility at the same time.
- Encrypts data passing to and from your site in transit
- Lights up the padlock and https prefix in the browser bar
- HTTPS is favored by search engines, aiding visibility
SSL certificate questions, answered
What is an SSL certificate and what does it do?
An SSL certificate secures the link between your website and your visitors. When someone enters an SSL-protected site, the certificate automatically creates a secure, encrypted connection with their browser, and a padlock icon and https prefix appear in the browser bar to show the connection is safe.
What's the difference between DV, OV, and EV certificates?
DV (Domain Validation) only verifies that you control the domain and is the quickest to obtain — usually 5 minutes or less. OV (Organization Validation) also verifies that your business is a legitimate organization and typically takes 3–5 business days. EV (Extended Validation) adds the most rigorous vetting, validating domain control plus the requesting entity's legal existence and identity.
How strong is the encryption?
All GoDaddy SSL certificates use the SHA-2 hash algorithm and 2048-bit encryption.
What is a wildcard SSL certificate?
A wildcard SSL certificate secures a primary domain together with its subdomains under a single certificate, so you can protect names like blog., shop., and app. without buying a separate certificate for each.
How long does it take to get my certificate?
A DV certificate is usually issued in 5 minutes or less. An OV certificate typically takes 3–5 business days because GoDaddy validates both domain ownership and the existence of your organization. EV certificates take the longest because of the additional identity checks.
Will an SSL certificate help my SEO?
Search engines heavily favor HTTPS-encrypted websites and can push them higher in search results, so securing your site with SSL gives you a search-visibility benefit in addition to encryption.
What if I'm not satisfied?
GoDaddy SSL certificates are backed by a 30-day money-back guarantee.
Pairs well with
Website Security & Backup
Malware scanning, removal, and automatic backups to keep the site behind your certificate clean and recoverable.
cPanel Web Hosting
Fast, familiar Linux hosting where your SSL-secured sites can live, with industry-standard control panels.
Managed WordPress
One-click installs and auto-updates for WordPress — pair it with an SSL certificate for a secure, hands-off stack.
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