How often do you need to update SSL and what happens if it is late?
1) Validity of SSL certificates
Most SSL certificates are valid from 90 days to 1 year, depending on the type and certification authority.
DV from Let's Encrypt - 90 days.
OV and EV from reputable CAs (DigiCert, Sectigo, GlobalSign) - up to 12 months.
Renewal of the certificate is required before the end of its term in order to avoid the loss of a secure connection.
2) How often do I need to update SSL
We recommend that you renew your certificate 1-2 weeks before the expiration date.
Auto-Renewal reduces the risk of delays.
For free certificates (for example, Let's Encrypt), it is optimal to configure auto-update every 60-70 days.
3) What happens when the SSL certificate is expired
3. 1. For players:
3. 2. For casinos:
4) Why an expired certificate is dangerous
Data is transmitted in clear text, making it vulnerable to interception.
It is impossible to verify the authenticity of the site - users can get on a phishing copy.
Payment operators can suspend work with the site until SSL is restored.
5) How casinos avoid delinquency
Automatic certificate renewal systems are used.
Assign responsible employees or contractors to monitor deadlines.
Monitoring services are used that notify of the imminent expiration of SSL.
6) Recommendations for players
Before entering data, make sure that the site uses a valid SSL.
Click on the lock in the address bar and make sure that the certificate has not expired.
Avoid playing on sites with unsafe connection warnings.
Conclusion:
Most SSL certificates are valid from 90 days to 1 year, depending on the type and certification authority.
DV from Let's Encrypt - 90 days.
OV and EV from reputable CAs (DigiCert, Sectigo, GlobalSign) - up to 12 months.
Renewal of the certificate is required before the end of its term in order to avoid the loss of a secure connection.
2) How often do I need to update SSL
We recommend that you renew your certificate 1-2 weeks before the expiration date.
Auto-Renewal reduces the risk of delays.
For free certificates (for example, Let's Encrypt), it is optimal to configure auto-update every 60-70 days.
3) What happens when the SSL certificate is expired
3. 1. For players:
- Browser warnings: "The connection is not secure" or "Your data may be intercepted."
- Loss of confidence in the site and refusal to enter personal/payment data.
- The risk of phishing attacks if attackers use this moment to spoof a site.
3. 2. For casinos:
- Loss of secure HTTPS connection.
- Falling positions in search engines (Google lowers sites without HTTPS).
- Violation of license terms (MGA, UKGC, Curacao, etc.), which may lead to fines or blocking.
- Loss of reputation among players.
4) Why an expired certificate is dangerous
Data is transmitted in clear text, making it vulnerable to interception.
It is impossible to verify the authenticity of the site - users can get on a phishing copy.
Payment operators can suspend work with the site until SSL is restored.
5) How casinos avoid delinquency
Automatic certificate renewal systems are used.
Assign responsible employees or contractors to monitor deadlines.
Monitoring services are used that notify of the imminent expiration of SSL.
6) Recommendations for players
Before entering data, make sure that the site uses a valid SSL.
Click on the lock in the address bar and make sure that the certificate has not expired.
Avoid playing on sites with unsafe connection warnings.
Conclusion:
- An SSL certificate is not a one-time installation, but an item that requires regular updating. For casinos, delay means the loss of a secure connection, a decrease in trust, the risk of fines and blocking. For players - a direct threat of data and financial theft. Updating SSL on time is a prerequisite for safe online gambling.
