Buy RapidSSL Wildcard to protect your domain and all subdomains
Quick issuance and competitive price for the SSL certificate
Purchase RapidSSL Wildcard SSL certificate

Rapid Wildcard will protect not only your primary website but also all subdomains, issued within 5 minutes and featuring SHA-256 + ECC encryption. This certificate is available for individuals, and you need to verify ownership of the domain through email. The Wildcard certificate provides reliable protection and is compatible with all major browsers.
Why RapidSSL Wildcard is good
Stable HTTPS operation
Suitable for services and internal sections.


Less manual work
One certificate instead of several.
Good balance of price and convenience
A practical solution for everyday use.


For websites with growing subdomains
Wildcard covers the entire structure at once.
How does an SSL certificate work?
To use SSL after purchase, it must first be activated. After activation, you will receive installation instructions, allowing you to manage the certificate.
Step 1

Buy
Start by purchasing an SSL certificate. Choose one of the three types that suits you.
Step 2

Activation
You can activate the SSL certificate from the dashboard immediately after purchase or at a later time.
Step 3

Installation
You will receive instructions on how to install the SSL certificate after confirmation.
Step 4

Management
You can manage the SSL (renew, reissue, etc.) from your account panel.
RapidSSL Wildcard β an SSL certificate for all subdomains of a single site
When a site has not only example.com, but also mail.example.com, cp.example.com, shop.example.com, the question of SSL arises quite quickly. Installing a separate certificate for each subdomain is inconvenient and expensive. That's why RapidSSL Wildcard.
This Wildcard SSL certificate, which protects domain and all its subdomains with one solution. Without company verification, without documents and with the simplest issuance procedure.
What is RapidSSL Wildcard in simple terms
RapidSSL Wildcard β is a DV SSL certificate (Domain Validation), which is issued after domain ownership confirmation.
Usually, the certificate is activated within 5β15 minutes, if the DNS is configured correctly.
One certificate covers:
example.comwww.example.com*.example.com(all subdomains)
That's why it is often chosen for projects where there are many subdomains or they are constantly being added.
Why choose Wildcard SSL
In practice, RapidSSL Wildcard is bought not for a 'tick', but for convenience:
- there's no need to buy SSL for each subdomain
- one expiration period instead of several
- easier installation and renewal
- less risk of forgetting to renew the certificate
If there are 3-4 subdomains or more, Wildcard SSL becomes more cost-effective within the first year.
Security and encryption
RapidSSL uses standard 256-bit SSL encryption, which is supported by all modern browsers and mobile devices.
This level of protection is sufficient for:
- contact forms
- user accounts
- control panels
- online services
- corporate websites
This is not an EV or OV certificate, but it is sufficient for most websites. DV Wildcard β the optimal balance of price and functionality.
RapidSSL Wildcard and SEO
As of today, a website without HTTPS is rather an exception.
Search engines explicitly state that an SSL certificate is a basic trust factor.
After installing RapidSSL Wildcard:
- the 'Not Secure' warnings disappear
- HTTPS works correctly on all subdomains
- the website's perception by users improves
- technical SEO optimization is simplified
This is especially important for projects where subdomains are actively indexed.
Who is RapidSSL Wildcard suitable for?
This SSL certificate is most commonly used by:
- hosting providers
- SaaS projects
- corporate websites
- internet services
- websites with control panels
- projects with technical subdomains
If subdomains are part of the site's architecture, Wildcard SSL is a logical solution.
Compatibility and installation
RapidSSL Wildcard is compatible with:
- Apache
- Nginx
- LiteSpeed
- cPanel
- DirectAdmin
- ISPmanager
The certificate works correctly on most hosting services and servers without additional configurations.
RapidSSL Wildcard β it is a simple and clear SSL certificate for protecting all subdomains of a single domain.
It is issued quickly, requires no documents, and immediately solves the HTTPS issue for the entire site structure.
If you need Wildcard SSL without unnecessary bureaucracy, RapidSSL is one of the most practical options.
Features RapidSSL Wildcard
- Protection of the domain and all subdomains
- Affordable wildcard certificate
- Quick activation
- Suitable for small projects
- Saves costs as the site grows
- Easy management
- Free reissuance from the panel
- Compatible with popular servers
- Suitable for test environments
- Reliable encryption
- Support for HTTPS
- Minimum installation requirements
- A good starter wildcard
- Enhances security
- Ease of scaling
Why do you need an SSL certificate?
An SSL certificate not only encrypts the data transfer between the user and the site but also increases trust from visitors and search engines. Modern browsers mark sites without SSL as unsafe, which can negatively impact traffic and reputation.

Reliable data encryption
An SSL certificate ensures the protection of transmitted information between the website and the user. All data, including passwords and payment information, is encrypted and protected from interception by third parties.

User and browser trust
Modern browsers, such as Chrome and Firefox, label sites without SSL as unsafe. Having HTTPS increases visitor trust and improves the perception of your website.

SEO and conversion growth
You will find instructions on how SSL is a ranking factor in search engines. A secure website earns more trust, positively impacting its Google rankings, traffic, and conversion rates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
| For what tasks is RapidSSL Wildcard SSL best suited? | ||||||||||
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The certificate covers: Subdomains like dev.api.example.com are not covered. | ||||||||||
| Can RapidSSL Wildcard SSL be used for SaaS projects? | ||||||||||
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| Is RapidSSL Wildcard SSL suitable for WordPress Multisite? | ||||||||||
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| How is RapidSSL Wildcard convenient for frequent infrastructure changes? | ||||||||||
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| Can RapidSSL Wildcard SSL be installed on multiple servers? | ||||||||||
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| Does RapidSSL Wildcard support modern security protocols? | ||||||||||
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| How quickly is RapidSSL Wildcard SSL issued? | ||||||||||
After domain verification, the certificate is usually issued within a short time. | ||||||||||
| Is RapidSSL Wildcard SSL suitable for APIs and microservices? | ||||||||||
Yes, it is a popular option for: | ||||||||||
| Does RapidSSL Wildcard have limitations? | ||||||||||
Yes, itβs important to consider them in advance: | ||||||||||
| Can RapidSSL Wildcard SSL be used for email services? | ||||||||||
Yes, the certificate is suitable for protecting: | ||||||||||
| What happens when a new subdomain is added? | ||||||||||
Nothing additional needs to be done. | ||||||||||
| Can I renew RapidSSL Wildcard without changing the configuration? | ||||||||||
Yes, with timely renewal: | ||||||||||
| For which projects is RapidSSL Wildcard SSL not recommended? | ||||||||||
The certificate is not suitable if: |










