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SSL Certificates

SSL Certificates for Kenyan Websites

Secure your website with a trusted SSL certificate. Protect customer data, boost SEO rankings, and build trust.

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FREE Let's Encrypt SSL on All Hosting Plans

All Hostiko shared hosting plans include a free auto-renewing Let's Encrypt SSL certificate. You only need a paid SSL if you require Organization Validation (OV), Extended Validation (EV), or a Wildcard SSL for multiple subdomains.

SSL Certificate Options

Choose the right level of validation for your business needs.

Domain Validation
KSh 3,000 /yr
Annual renewal
  • Basic domain ownership validation
  • Browser padlock icon
  • HTTPS encryption
  • Issued within minutes
  • Ideal for blogs & simple sites
  • Installation included
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Organisation Validation
KSh 8,000 /yr
Annual renewal
  • Business identity verified
  • Company name in certificate
  • Higher customer trust
  • Issued in 1–3 business days
  • Ideal for business websites
  • Installation included
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Wildcard SSL
KSh 15,000 /yr
Annual renewal
  • Covers all subdomains (*.domain.com)
  • One cert, unlimited subdomains
  • Cost-effective for multi-subdomain sites
  • DV or OV validation available
  • Ideal for SaaS & portals
  • Installation included
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Extended Validation
KSh 20,000 /yr
Annual renewal
  • Highest level of validation
  • Rigorous business verification
  • Maximum customer confidence
  • PCI DSS compliance ready
  • Ideal for e-commerce & finance
  • Installation included
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Why SSL Matters

Browser Padlock
The padlock icon tells visitors your site is secure. Sites without it show "Not Secure" warnings.
SEO Boost
Google uses HTTPS as a ranking signal. SSL can improve your position in search results.
Customer Trust
Customers are more likely to share personal information and make purchases on HTTPS sites.
PCI Compliance
Required for any website that processes card payments. Protects cardholder data.
Data Encryption
All data between your visitor and server is encrypted — protecting passwords, forms, and payments.
Installation Included
We install and configure your SSL certificate — you don't need to touch the server.

Frequently Asked Questions

DV (Domain Validation) only verifies you own the domain — fast but minimal trust. OV (Organization Validation) verifies your business identity, showing your company name in the certificate — better for businesses. EV (Extended Validation) requires rigorous vetting of your legal entity — the highest level, best for e-commerce and finance.

Yes. All SSL certificate purchases include installation and configuration on your server. We handle DNS changes, certificate installation, and ensure your site loads correctly on HTTPS.

Modern SSL certificates are compatible with 99.9% of browsers and devices. We use certificates from trusted Certificate Authorities recognized by all major browsers.

If you're on Hostiko shared hosting, you already have a FREE Let's Encrypt SSL certificate. You only need to purchase a paid SSL if you require OV, EV, or Wildcard coverage.

DV certificates are issued within minutes. OV certificates take 1–3 business days (requires business document verification). EV certificates take 3–7 business days due to rigorous vetting.

We send renewal reminders 30 and 7 days before expiry. You can set up auto-renewal for paid SSLs. Expired SSL certificates show security warnings to visitors, which can cause visitors to leave your site.

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