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How to Order an SSL Certificate on BuySSL.lk

Category: Client Area & Billing

Updated: Aug 15, 2026 Client Area & Billing

Securing your website with an SSL certificate is fast and straightforward on BuySSL.lk. Whether you need a simple Domain Validated (DV) certificate for a personal blog, a Wildcard certificate for subdomains, or an Extended Validation (EV) certificate for an enterprise business, this guide walks you through the entire ordering process.

Step 1: Select the Right SSL Certificate

You can select an SSL certificate using either of two methods:

  • Method A (Use the SSL Wizard - Recommended):

    1. Go to select.buyssl.lk (BuySSL SSL Wizard).

    2. Answer a few simple questions about your website requirements (e.g., single domain, subdomains, or enterprise business validation).

    3. The wizard will automatically recommend the best SSL certificate for your needs. Click Order Now.

More details about BuySSL SSL Wizard: Click Here

  • Method B (Direct Selection):

    1. Visit BuySSL.lk.

    2. Browse through the SSL product categories from the menu:

      • Domain Validated (DV): Quick issuance, ideal for blogs and standard websites.

      • Organization Validated (OV): Business verification for corporate sites.

      • Extended Validation (EV): Highest trust level for ecommerce and financial portals.

      • Wildcard SSL: Secures multiple first-level subdomains under a domain, such as blog.yourdomain.com and shop.yourdomain.com.

    3. Click Order Now under your chosen SSL product.

Step 2: Configure Your Order Options

  1. Select your preferred Billing Cycle (e.g., 1 Year validity).

  2. Enter the Primary Domain Name you wish to secure (e.g., example.com).

  3. If ordering a Multi-Domain (SAN) certificate, enter the additional domain names you want to include in the certificate.

  4. Click Continue to move to your shopping cart.

Step 3: Review Cart & Checkout

  1. Review your order details in the shopping cart.

  2. If you have a promotional discount code, enter it in the Promo Code box and click Validate Code.

  3. Choose any optional add-ons (such as Fully Managed SSL Installation Assistance if you want technical support with server installation).

  4. Click Checkout.

Step 4: Account Login or Registration

  1. Existing Customers: Click Already Registered?, log in to your my.buyssl.lk account using your email and password.

  2. New Customers: Complete the billing details form under Personal Information:

    • Full Name, Email Address, Phone Number

    • Company Name & Billing Address

    • Create a strong account password

Step 5: Select Payment Method & Complete Order

  1. Select your preferred Payment Method:

    • Online Banking / Payment Gateway (Credit / Debit Card)

    • Bank Transfer / Offline Payment

     

  2. Read and check the box to agree to the Terms of Service.

  3. Click Complete Order.

Step 6: Next Step — Configure Your Certificate

Important: Paying for your order is Step 1. To receive your SSL certificate files, you must complete the technical configuration and validation.

  1. Once payment is completed, go to my.buyssl.lk > Services > My Services.

  2. Select your newly purchased SSL order and click Configure Certificate.

  3. Submit a CSR (Certificate Signing Request)—you can paste one generated from your hosting panel or generate one directly inside the BuySSL dashboard using the built-in CSR generator.

  4. Complete Domain Control Validation (DCV) using one of the validation methods available for your certificate, such as Email, DNS, or HTTP/HTTPS file validation

Pro-Tips & Important Notes:

  • Instant Dashboard Access: Once your payment is processed, your SSL order will appear in your my.buyssl.lk dashboard, where you can continue with the certificate configuration.

  • Not Sure Which SSL to Choose? Use the SSL Wizard at select.buyssl.lk to compare SSL types, warranties, and issuance speeds before ordering.

  • Business Certificates (OV & EV): If you order an OV or EV SSL certificate, be prepared to provide company information and supporting documents if requested by the Certificate Authority during validation.