Let's Encrypt AlternativesCertificate Authorities and other similar apps like Let's Encrypt

Let's Encrypt is described as 'Anyone who has gone through the trouble of setting up a secure website knows what a hassle getting and maintaining a certificate can be. Let’s Encrypt automates away the pain and lets site operators turn on and manage HTTPS with simple commands' and is a very popular certificate authority in the security & privacy category. There are more than 25 alternatives to Let's Encrypt for a variety of platforms, including Web-based, Linux, Windows, Mac and Self-Hosted apps. The best Let's Encrypt alternative is ZeroSSL, which is free. Other great apps like Let's Encrypt are acme.sh, Buypass, SSL For Free and DigiCert.

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  1. ZeroSSL icon

    ZeroSSL

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    FREE SSL certificates issued instantly online with Free SSL Certificate Wizard. Downloadable client for all platforms and Docker image available. Zero system requirements, zero technical knowledge, zero cost.

    14 ZeroSSL alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Subscription)
    • Proprietary

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    • Windows
    • Linux
    • Online
     
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    Comments about ZeroSSL as an Alternative to Let's Encrypt
    loziniak
    Positive
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    They also have free SSL certificates.

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    • ZeroSSL is the most popular Web-based, Windows & Linux alternative to Let's Encrypt.

    • ZeroSSL is the most popular free alternative to Let's Encrypt.

    • ZeroSSL is Freemium and ProprietaryLet's Encrypt is Free and Open Source
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    acme.sh

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    A pure Unix shell script implementing ACME client protocol and deploying SSL certificates.

    4 acme.sh alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    • Linux
    • BSD
    • Self-Hosted
     

    • acme.sh is the most popular Mac & Self-Hosted alternative to Let's Encrypt.

    • acme.sh is the most popular Open Source alternative to Let's Encrypt.

    • acme.sh is Free and Open SourceLet's Encrypt is also Free and Open Source
  4. Buypass icon

    Buypass

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    Buypass is established as a major player in securing transactions with electronic IDs and SSL certificates in Norway. We are a trusted European Certificate Authority (CA). Large public enterprises including the majority of the Norwegian health sector, municipal services and the...

    Cost / License

    • Freemium (Pay once)
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
  5. SSL For Free icon

    SSL For Free

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    Free SSL Certificate issued in less than a minute.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

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    • Online
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    Comments about SSL For Free as an Alternative to Let's Encrypt
    Alexander Matzen
    Negative
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    The other ones are CA's, this is just a generator for Let's Encrypt

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    • SSL For Free is Free and Open SourceLet's Encrypt is also Free and Open Source
  6. DigiCert icon

    DigiCert

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    Wildcard SSL Certificates & 2048 Bit Extended Validation EV SSL Certificate Authentication. Strong Secure Sockets Layer Https Encryption for Network Security.

    24 DigiCert alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     

    • DigiCert is the most popular commercial alternative to Let's Encrypt.

    • DigiCert is Paid and ProprietaryLet's Encrypt is Free and Open Source
  7. COMODO SSL icon

    COMODO SSL

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    Issued immediately, 2048-bit encryption, compatible with 99.9% of browsers. Free 1-yr PCI and website scanning. 30 day money-back guarantee. Buy SSL.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    Comments about COMODO SSL as an Alternative to Let's Encrypt
    Guest
    Positive
    0

    They have cheap certificates and also several types

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
    Guest
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    Comodo SSL is a service, not software.

    Review by a new / low-activity user.
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    • COMODO SSL is Paid and ProprietaryLet's Encrypt is Free and Open Source
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    SSL.com

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    SSL.com is a globally trusted certificate authority expanding the boundaries of encryption and authentication relied upon by users worldwide. Founded in 2002, we have grown to be used in over 120 countries by leading organizations and governments of all sizes.

    Cost / License

    • Subscription
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  10. Certera icon

    Certera

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    Certera is modern and reputed Certificate Authority offering affordable website security, hosting and cyber security services along with digital security certificates such as SSL/TLS, Code Signing, Email Security and more, catering to the needs of individuals and SME businesses...

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Open Source

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    • Online
     
  11. ComodoSSLstore icon

    ComodoSSLstore

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    ComodoSSLStore is one of the largest global SSL certificate providers. As a platinum partner for COMODO, they buy SSL certificates in large quantities and pass the savings to you.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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  12. AboutSSL icon

    AboutSSL

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    AboutSSL is all about SSL Certificate Reviews, Comparison, Installation Guides & Error Fixing Tricks. It Helps Your Site to Enjoy the Highest Security Levels.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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    Network Solutions

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    Find domain names, web hosting and online marketing for your website -- all in one place. Network Solutions helps businesses get online and grow online with domain name registration, web hosting and innovative online marketing services.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
     
  14. SafeCyberSSL icon

    SafeCyberSSL

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    SafeCyberSSL is a Website security platinum partner of trusted Certificate Authorities, which includes Symantec, GeoTrust, Thawte, RapidSSL and GlobalSign. SafeCyberSSL offers different types of SSL certificates at discount price for every size of online business or individuals.

    Cost / License

    • Pay once
    • Proprietary

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    • Online
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