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🔒 SSL/TLS Checker

Check SSL certificate: expiration, chain of trust, protocol, encryption

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CertificateExpiry, issuer, domains (SAN)
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ChainIntermediate and root CA validation
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TLS ProtocolTLS version and cipher suite
VulnerabilitiesHeartbleed, POODLE, weak ciphers

What Does the SSL Check Cover?

SSL/TLS is the encryption protocol that protects data between the browser and server. Our tool analyzes the certificate, chain of trust, TLS version, and known vulnerabilities.

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Certificate Details

Issuer, validity period, signature algorithm, covered domains (SAN), and validation type (DV/OV/EV).

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Chain of Trust

Full chain verification: from leaf certificate through intermediates to root CA.

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TLS Analysis

Protocol version (TLS 1.2/1.3), cipher suites, Perfect Forward Secrecy (PFS) support.

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Expiry Alerts

Set up a monitor — get Telegram and email alerts 30/14/7 days before expiration.

DV vs OV vs EV Certificates

DV (Domain Validation)
  • Confirms domain ownership only
  • Issued in minutes automatically
  • Free via Let's Encrypt
  • Suitable for most websites
  • Most common certificate type
OV / EV
  • Organization (OV) or Extended Validation (EV)
  • Issued in 1-5 business days
  • Costs $50 to $500/year
  • For finance, e-commerce, government sites
  • Increases user trust

Common Mistakes

Expired certificateBrowsers block sites with expired SSL. Set up auto-renewal or monitoring.
Incomplete certificate chainWithout intermediate CA, some browsers and bots cannot verify the certificate.
Mixed content on HTTPS siteHTTP resources on an HTTPS page — the browser lock icon disappears, reducing trust.
Using TLS 1.0/1.1Legacy TLS versions have known vulnerabilities. Use TLS 1.2+ or 1.3.
Domain mismatch in certificateThe certificate must cover all site domains, including www and subdomains.

Best Practices

Set up auto-renewalLet's Encrypt + certbot with cron — certificate renews automatically every 60-90 days.
Enable HSTSStrict-Transport-Security header forces browsers to always use HTTPS.
Use TLS 1.3TLS 1.3 is faster (1-RTT handshake) and safer — legacy ciphers removed.
Monitor expiration datesCreate a monitor on Enterno.io — get notified well before expiration.
Verify chain after renewalAfter certificate renewal, confirm that intermediate certificates are installed.

SSL/TLS Certificate Checker

Verify SSL/TLS certificates for any domain: expiration date, issuer, chain validity, supported protocols (TLS 1.2, 1.3), cipher suites, and OCSP status. Our tool connects directly to the server and performs a real TLS handshake. Essential for monitoring certificate expiration, debugging HTTPS issues, and ensuring secure configuration.

Essential checks include certificate expiry date, trust chain completeness, TLS protocol versions (1.2/1.3), cipher suite strength, and OCSP stapling support. The tool also detects common issues like mixed content, certificate name mismatches, and weak key sizes.

Schedule regular SSL checks or set up monitoring to get alerts before certificates expire. Combine with security header analysis for a complete website security audit. For DNS-related issues, use our DNS lookup to verify CAA records and name server configuration.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SSL/TLS?

SSL/TLS is an encryption protocol that secures data between a browser and server. SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is the legacy name; TLS (Transport Layer Security) is currently used. An SSL certificate enables HTTPS connections.

How to check if a site has SSL?

Enter the URL in the form above — our tool will check the certificate, chain of trust, protocol, cipher, and validity period. You can also click the lock icon in the browser address bar for basic information.

What does an expired SSL certificate mean?

An expired certificate means the browser will show a security warning and users cannot access the site without acknowledging the risk. This critically affects trust, SEO, and conversion.

What is a certificate chain?

A certificate chain is the sequence from your certificate through intermediates to the root CA. Browsers verify the entire chain to establish trust. An incomplete chain may cause errors on some devices.

How often should SSL certificates be renewed?

Let's Encrypt certificates last 90 days and renew automatically. Commercial certificates are typically issued for 1 year. It is recommended to set up expiry monitoring to avoid missing renewals.

What is the difference between DV, OV, and EV certificates?

DV (Domain Validation) confirms domain ownership only, issued in minutes. OV (Organization Validation) verifies the organization, issued in 1-3 days. EV (Extended Validation) has maximum verification, formerly showed a green bar in browsers.

Why is HTTPS important for SEO?

Google has used HTTPS as a ranking factor since 2014. Sites without HTTPS are marked as "Not Secure" in Chrome, reducing user trust and increasing bounce rate. HTTPS is also required for HTTP/2 and Service Workers.