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An Organization Validation (OV) SSL Certificate provides a higher level of trust than Domain Validation (DV) certificates by requiring verification of both domain ownership and the legitimacy of the organization requesting the certificate. It ensures encrypted communication between a user's browser and the website, and displays the organization’s name in the certificate details, enhancing trust. While it doesn’t offer the green address bar of Extended Validation (EV) certificates, it still provides a padlock icon and is ideal for businesses seeking to establish credibility and secure their site.
The main difference between OV (Organization Validation) and DV (Domain Validation) SSL certificates is the level of verification. DV certificates only confirm domain ownership through methods like email or DNS checks, and they display a padlock icon without organizational details. In contrast, OV certificates validate both domain ownership and the legitimacy of the organization, showing the organization’s name in the certificate details, which helps build greater trust with users. OV certificates offer a higher level of credibility, making them suitable for businesses looking to demonstrate their legitimacy.
Purchasing a multi-year SSL/TLS certificate offers cost savings, reduces administrative work by minimizing renewal reminders, and ensures continuous security coverage. It can also lock in pricing, enhance user trust, and lower the risk of errors associated with frequent renewals.
