SSL (Secure Socket Layer) is a protocol designed to enable encrypted, authenticated communications across the Internet. SSL encrypts the channel between web browser and web server so only the intended parties can read certain data, such as payment or credit card information, while preventing others from capturing, viewing or modifying the data being exchanged.

What is an SSL Certificate?

In order to establish an SSL connection, the SSL protocol requires that a server (in this case AquaGoggles.com) have a digital certificate installed. A digital certificate is an electronic file that uniquely identifies individuals and servers. Digital certificates allow the customer’s web browser to authenticate the server prior to establishing the SSL session. Typically, digital certificates are signed by an independent and trusted third party to ensure their validity.

SSL Provides: Authentication, Encryption & Message Integrity

Authentication: The strong binding between certificate and domain name provides you with an assurance that you are interacting with a legitimate organization.

Encryption: By transforming information to make it unintelligible to all but our Aquagoggles.com server, your are provided with the privacy necessary for secure online transactions.

Message Integrity: After an SSL connection has been established, the contents of all communications between your web browser and our web server are protected and free from tamper en route.

Combining the three elements above, SSL becomes a simple yet extremely powerful security solution, enabling you to conduct authenticated and encrypted online transactions.