How can a merchant obtain SSL?

Dynamic includes a shared SSL certificate with all shared prostores stores. SSL can also be obtained directly from an SSL provider. Bear in mind that SSL certificates are domain name and host name specific. A merchant will need a certificate for each domain name that he or she wants to secure with SSL. When applying for SSL, a specific web server certificate key will need to be generated and installed on the web server that hosts the web store. Most web hosts will apply for an SSL on behalf of a hosted merchant and inform the merchant when SSL has been issued and installed. A merchant that applies for SSL directly will need to forward the SSL information to the web host. Further information can be found at the following SSL authorities:

Equifax www.equifaxsecure.com
GeoTrust www.geotrust.com
Thawte www.thawte.com
VeriSign www.verisign.com