RapidSSL Certificates — Starting From £17.99/yr
Affordable and Secure RapidSSL Certificates in the UK
Secure your website instantly with RapidSSL — a globally respected name in the SSL industry. Enjoy fast issuance, strong encryption, and trusted protection for your online visitors.
- Fast Domain Validation — Issued in Minutes
- Trusted by All Major Browsers & Devices
- Up to $10,000 Warranty Cover
RapidSSL — Your Trusted Partner for Website Security
In the digital era, the security of online transactions is non-negotiable. RapidSSL is a globally respected name in the SSL certificate industry, known for delivering fast issuance and reliable protection that businesses and individuals alike have come to trust. RapidSSL offers a comprehensive range of certificates to meet all levels of security need — from basic Domain Validation options for personal blogs to Wildcard certificates covering unlimited subdomains.
🔒 RapidSSL
- Globally Trusted Certificate Authority
- Instant Domain Validation Issuance
- 99.9%+ Browser Compatibility
- RapidSSL Site Seal Included Free
- Up to $10,000 Warranty
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Trusted SSL Providers
DigiCert, RapidSSL & More
256-bit
Military-Grade Encryption
Industry Standard
$2M+
Warranty Available
On Premium Certificates
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Average Issuance
DV Certificates Instant
RapidSSL Certificate Plans
Choose from Standard single-domain protection or Wildcard coverage for unlimited subdomains. Both include fast issuance and 24/7 email support.
RapidSSL Standard
Ideal for a single website or domain
£17.99 /yearly
£17.99
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Single Domain Protection
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Domain Validation (DV)
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256-Bit SSL Encryption
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Instant Certificate Issuance
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Unlimited Server Licensing
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RapidSSL Site Seal Included
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Up to $10,000 Warranty
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99.9%+ Browser Compatibility
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30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
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24/7 Dedicated Email Support
RapidSSL Wildcard Popular
Secure unlimited subdomains under one domain
£79.99 /yearly
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Unlimited Subdomains (*.yourdomain.com)
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Domain Validation (DV)
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256-Bit SSL Encryption
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Fast Certificate Issuance
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Unlimited Server Licensing
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RapidSSL Site Seal Included
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Up to $10,000 Warranty
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99.9%+ Browser Compatibility
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30-Day Money-Back Guarantee
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24/7 Dedicated Email Support
Get Your RapidSSL Certificate in 4 Easy Steps
Obtaining a RapidSSL certificate is quick and straightforward. Follow these steps to secure your website in minutes.
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Submit SSL Request
Select your RapidSSL certificate and complete your purchase from Excels Cloud in minutes.
2
Complete Verification
Verify domain ownership via email or DNS — DV validation typically takes just minutes.
3
Download & Install
Download certificate files and install via cPanel, Plesk, or your server — we help via email.
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Manage Certificate
Manage renewals and monitor status from your Excels Cloud dashboard — we send renewal reminders.
Benefits of a RapidSSL Certificate
When you purchase through Excels Cloud, you receive a comprehensive set of features to boost your website's security and credibility.
RapidSSL Site Seal
Display the trusted RapidSSL site seal — a widely recognised trust indicator that builds visitor confidence instantly.
256-Bit Encryption
Industry-standard encryption protecting all data exchanged between your website and its visitors at all times.
Browser Compatibility
Recognised by Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera — and all major mobile browsers worldwide.
24/7 Email Support
Expert email support team available around the clock for installation, renewal, and technical queries.
How to Choose the Right SSL Certificate
There are three main types of SSL certificates. Here's which one is right for your website:
DV Certificates
The quickest to obtain — confirms domain ownership and provides basic encryption. Issued in minutes.
✅ Fast verification process
✅ Improves online privacy
✅ Encryption assurance
OV Certificates
Verifies your organisation's identity — more credibility than DV. Ideal for businesses reassuring customers.
✅ Verified business identity
✅ Protects customer data
✅ Better security measures
EV Certificates
The highest level of trust — thorough verification process, maximum assurance for visitors.
✅ Highest level encryption
✅ Premium browser rating
✅ Adds website credibility
Trusted by Thousands of UK Websites
eal feedback from Excels Cloud customers who have secured their websites with our SSL certificates.
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Help Center — RapidSSL FAQs
Got questions about RapidSSL certificates? We've answered the most common ones below.
RapidSSL is one of the world's most trusted SSL certificate authorities, offering reliable and affordable domain-validated (DV) certificates trusted by all major browsers. RapidSSL certificates provide 256-bit encryption and are issued within minutes — making them ideal for website owners who need fast, reliable SSL at a competitive price. Certificates start from £17.99/yr.
If you need to secure a single domain, choose RapidSSL Standard at £17.99/yr. If you need to secure your main domain and all its subdomains (e.g. shop.yourdomain.co.uk, mail.yourdomain.co.uk), choose RapidSSL Wildcard at £79.99/yr — it covers unlimited subdomains under one certificate, saving money vs. buying individual certificates.
RapidSSL certificates use Domain Validation (DV) — the fastest SSL validation available. Once you complete your purchase and verify your domain ownership (via email or DNS record), your certificate is typically issued within minutes.
The RapidSSL site seal is a trust badge you display on your website to show visitors your site is secured by RapidSSL. It builds immediate trust, reduces visitor hesitation, and improves conversion rates — particularly on e-commerce and contact pages. Included free with all RapidSSL certificates.
We send renewal reminder emails 60, 30, and 7 days before your certificate's expiry date. You can renew directly from your Excels Cloud dashboard — our support team is also available via email to assist with the renewal process and ensure your site is never left without SSL protection.
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Secure Your Website with RapidSSL Today — From £17.99/yr
Fast, affordable SSL protection. Instant DV issuance, 256-bit encryption,
universal browser recognition, and 24/7 expert email support
Instant Issuance · $10K Warranty · 30-Day Money Back