Proper operation of an eCommerce environment implies the need to protect privacy and control access to sensitive data like credit cards, PIN's, and other information. The EnvisionWare eCommerce web module requires an SSL certificate for operation (all data between the Server and Clients or the Web module is encrypted). In addition, if you host the eCommerce Web Module, you will need to operate a portion of your web site using Secure Sockets (https).
Obtaining the SSL Certificate
As you begin testing of EnvisionWare eCommerce Services, you can use a self-signed certificate. Our support group provides information on a web site that allows you to fill in the blanks and create a downloadable self-signed certificate. This will enable the system and allow you to perform tests. As you are ready to go live with eCommerce Services, you will need to purchase the SSL certificate for use in your system.
Certificates can be anywhere from free to a thousand dollars or more. The typical expenditure is around $150.
SSL Certificate Providers
Verisign
Thawte
Entrust
Instant SSL
GeoTrust
XRamp
IdenTrust
Enetica (Australia)
And many more - search for “buy ssl certificate.”
Help?
We provide a service to help libraries obtain and install their SSL certificate. Professional Services is the consulting group of EnvisionWare that provides customer guidance and assistance from the receipt of an order through the turnover to support.
