Sectigo · PID 246 Domain Validation (DV) · Single Domain SSL certificate

Sectigo Essential SSL

Sectigo Essential SSL is one step above PositiveSSL. It offers higher warranty coverage and the Sectigo dynamic site seal that shows visitors a real time trust status. It covers one domain, both www and non-www, with 256-bit encryption and issuance in minutes. It is a good fit for small businesses that collect contact forms or basic customer data and want a little more assurance than PositiveSSL without the paperwork of an OV certificate. At Rs 4,958 per year it is a solid balance of price and trust for Pakistan.

Domain Validation (DV) Single Domain Issued in Minutes to hours Warranty $50,000
Good for
  • Small business sites
  • Sites with contact/lead forms
  • Service providers
Choose your termPrice locked in PKR
Total price Rs4,958 Rs 4,958 per year
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PKR invoiceJazzCash, EasyPaisa, bankInstall helpFree reissues
Prices in PKRNo dollar card, no conversion charges
Local paymentBank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa, card
Issued in Minutes to hoursAfter validation is complete
Install help includedCSR, activation and installation on WhatsApp
Quick facts

Sectigo Essential SSL at a glance

Everything a buyer or a developer checks before ordering, in one place.

ValidationDomain Validation (DV)
CoverageSingle Domain
Issuance timeMinutes to hours
Warranty$50,000
EncryptionUp to 256-bit (SHA-256 signature)
Key2048-bit RSA minimum, 3072 and 4096-bit RSA supported
Server licensingUnlimited servers
ReissuesFree and unlimited during the term
Site sealSectigo static site seal
Browser support99.9% of desktop and mobile browsers
www includedYes, www and non-www both covered
Company name in certificateNo (domain only)
Price in PKR

Sectigo Essential SSL price: 1, 2 and 3 years

Longer plans cost less per year and lock today's price. Certificates are reissued free every year on multi-year plans (browser rule: maximum 398 days per certificate).

TermTotalPer yearSaving
1 year Rs 4,958 Rs 4,958 Base price
2 years Rs 8,676 Rs 4,338 Save Rs 1,239 (12%)
3 years Rs 12,394 Rs 4,131 Save Rs 2,479 (17%)

Prices include the SSLWalay margin and are shown as billed. Taxes, if any, appear on the quotation. Pay by bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or card.

Is it right for you?

Buy Sectigo Essential SSL if

✓ Yes, when

  • Blogs and portfolio sites
  • Small business websites
  • WordPress on shared hosting
  • Landing pages and startups

✕ Not this one, when

  • Sites that must show a verified company name in the certificate (choose OV or EV)
  • Several subdomains such as shop. and mail. (choose Wildcard)
  • More than one domain name (choose Multi-Domain)
Before you order

What you need for Sectigo Essential SSL

Have these ready and the certificate is issued without back and forth.

  • CSR (Certificate Signing Request)

    A 2048-bit RSA CSR generated from your hosting panel or server. If you use cPanel, go to SSL/TLS, then Generate CSR. You can also use our free CSR generator tool.

  • Private key

    The private key is created together with the CSR and stays on your server. Never email it to anyone, including us.

  • Domain control

    You must be able to receive an email at admin@ or hostmaster@ your domain, or add a DNS CNAME record, or upload a small file to your website.

Open free CSR generator CSR in cPanel guide

Paperwork

No documents needed

This is a Domain Validated certificate. Only your control of the domain is checked, so there is nothing to scan or send.

  • No documents

    Only domain ownership is checked. No CNIC, NTN or company papers are needed.

After issuance

Files you receive and where each one goes

  • yourdomain.crt

    Your main certificate. This is the file that carries your domain name.

  • CA bundle (chain)

    One or more intermediate certificates from Sectigo. They link your certificate to the trusted root. Without the chain, some phones and browsers show a warning.

  • Private key (.key)

    Already on your server from the CSR step. The certificate only works with the key that made the CSR.

  • PFX / P12 (optional)

    A single bundled file for Windows IIS, Exchange and some load balancers. Make it with our free SSL converter tool.

Installs on:

cPanelPleskDirectAdminApacheNginxWindows IISTomcatNode.jsCloud load balancersExchange and mail servers
Chain of trust

Certificate chain for Sectigo

Browsers trust your certificate because it links to a root they already know. The CA bundle makes that link. Install it with your certificate or phones will show an error.

Root certificate (already in browsers)
USERTrust RSA Certification Authority
Intermediate (the CA bundle you install)
Sectigo RSA Domain / Organization / Extended Validation Secure Server CA
Your certificate
Sectigo Essential SSL for your domain

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Step by step

How to buy and install Sectigo Essential SSL

From order to padlock. We are on WhatsApp for every step.

Order and pay in PKR

Choose 1, 2 or 3 years, then pay by bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or card. You receive a PKR invoice from the client area.

Submit your CSR

Paste the CSR in the activation form in the client area. We can generate it for you on WhatsApp if you are not sure how.

Prove domain control

Pick email, DNS CNAME or HTTP file. DNS is the easiest if your domain is with DomainWalay.

Download and install

You get the .crt file and the CA bundle by email and in the client area. Install on cPanel, Plesk, Nginx, Apache or IIS. We help on WhatsApp.

Why choose Sectigo Essential SSL?

Sectigo Essential SSL is an SSL certificate for one website with fast domain validation. It is suitable for customers in Pakistan who want clear pricing and local purchase support. It gives website visitors an encrypted HTTPS connection and helps remove browser security warnings.

Who is it suitable for?

Small business sites · Sites with contact/lead forms · Service providers

FAQ

Sectigo Essential SSL: common questions

Price, validation, installation and renewal, answered plainly.

Back to price
How much does Sectigo Essential SSL cost in Pakistan?
Sectigo Essential SSL costs Rs 4,958 per year at SSLWalay. The 2 year plan is Rs 8,676 (save 13%) and the 3 year plan is Rs 12,394 (save 17%). All prices are in PKR with no dollar conversion and no hidden charges. You can pay by bank transfer, JazzCash, EasyPaisa or card.
How long does Sectigo Essential SSL take to issue, and what documents are needed?
No business documents are needed. Only domain ownership is verified, by email (for example admin@yourdomain) or by a DNS record. After verification the certificate is issued in minutes to hours, usually 5 to 30 minutes.
Does Sectigo Essential SSL cover both www and non-www?
Yes. Sectigo Essential SSL secures both versions of one domain (example.pk and www.example.pk) with one certificate. For subdomains such as shop.example.pk, choose the Wildcard version.
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