Good for authentication, and security related concerns. Specifically meant for web interfaces.

Security as it encrypts data transmitted between user and server. Extended Validation (EV )SSL certificates provide additional trust and security. Additionally, search engines give higher rankings to websites that use SSL certificates, as they are seen as more secure and trustworthy.

The main reason for using a SSL Certificate is to keep sensitive information transmitted over the internet by users such as passwords, credit card numbers or personal information safe and secure. Any time you enter information into a website where the address starts with https:// instead of http://, your browser will activate the padlock in the URL bar and let you know that your connection is now secured. Apart from user security, there are several other benefits of using SSL Certificates: - improved Google ranking – In late 2014, Google announced that websites with SSL certificates would receive preferential treatment in their search engine results pages (SERPs), so installing one can help improve your site’s visibility; - builds trust and credibility – Visitors to your site will see the padlock icon in their browser toolbar and know that any information they enter is being securely transmitted; - supports eCommerce transactions - All online transactions should be carried out over a Secure Socket Layer connection, otherwise customers’ credit card details could be compromised; - greater SEO opportunities - As well as improving your rank in SERPS, utilizing SSL also offers opportunities for enhancing website security through measures such as HSTS preloading