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  1. #1
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    Should small websites shift to https?

    If you're using a basic hosting plan, converting your http site to a an https site can cost more than the hosting plan and domain. I have plans to eventually monetize my blog through Google Adsense or other revenue sharing networks. If I have no plans of selling something on my domain, do I really need to shift to https? Can this affect my traffic or application for an Adsense Account?

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    Yes Https is important whether you are selling products online or not. It will not affect your traffic but its good for your seo. Also secure padlock on damain gives secure feeling to your readers so it will increase trust in your site. Many hosting providers are giving free SSL (https) certificate, one of them is fastcomet hosting.
    Https will not make any huge improvement to your site but its always good to have that secure padlock on your domain, it builds trust.
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    HTTPS does not depend on the small or large website but the purpose you are serving with your website.

    Quote Originally Posted by sanjalisharma89 View Post
    If you're using a basic hosting plan, converting your http site to a an https site can cost more than the hosting plan and domain. I have plans to eventually monetize my blog through Google Adsense or other revenue sharing networks. If I have no plans of selling something on my domain, do I really need to shift to https? Can this affect my traffic or application for an Adsense Account?

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    Well, there are two benefits of having SSL certificate are:

    a small boost in rankings (possibly larger in the future)
    a more secure site for your users

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    All websites need to move to HTTPS even if you don't run an online business. HTTPS makes your website safe and secure. Moreover, HTTPS is one of the reference factors of Google ranking algorithm.

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    With advancement in Google algorithm rules, https is made compulsory for security purpose.
    It's beneficial to use https for SEO purpose.

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    HTTPS is surely a huge plus for your customers.
    They will feel more secure thus more eager to buy.

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    Couldn't agree more!

    It doesn't matter if the website is small or not, it's just the smart thing to do.
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    HTTPS is very important for any website whether it is an online store or any other blog or agency. And most of the hosting providers are providing free SSL certificates, so you need to choose those hosting providers. Some of them are Siteground, Cloudways, Kinsta, FlyWheel, etc.

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