If you’re like most people, you already know SSL is important for websites.
But did you know it’s just as critical for email?

In today’s world of data breaches, phishing attacks, and identity theft, SSL encryption is no longer optional—it’s essential.

At PLiKhost, we include SSL for email in all our hosting plans—for free.

Here’s why it matters.

🔒 What Is SSL for Email?

SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) encrypts the connection between your email application and the mail server.

That means:

• Your login credentials stay secure

• Your messages can’t be read during transmission

• Hackers and eavesdroppers are kept out—even on public Wi-Fi

Without SSL, your emails could be intercepted like a postcard.
With SSL, they’re locked in a digital envelope.

🧱 How SSL Works in Email Hosting

When you connect to your mailbox using IMAP, POP3, or SMTP, SSL ensures:

• POP3 over SSL: Securely downloads your emails to your device

• IMAP over SSL: Securely syncs your email across multiple devices

• SMTP over SSL: Securely sends emails to recipients

It also applies to webmail access (like RoundCube)—so even if you use a browser, your session is encrypted end-to-end.

📌 Why SSL Is Critical for Businesses

✅ 1. Protects Your Passwords

Without SSL, your email login can be captured over Wi-Fi.
That puts your entire inbox—and sensitive data—at risk.

✅ 2. Keeps Client Conversations Confidential

If you send invoices, customer data, or internal updates over email, SSL ensures it can’t be read by third parties.

✅ 3. Builds Trust with Your Recipients

Encrypted email communication helps prevent tampering, spoofing, and man-in-the-middle attacks.

Bonus: It improves deliverability and reduces spam flags.

🛠️ How PLiKhost Secures Your Email with SSL

At PLiKhost, we include free SSL certificates (via Let’s Encrypt) for every hosted domain.

• Automatically installed

• Automatically renewed

• Works across IMAP, POP3, SMTP, and webmail (RoundCube)

• No technical setup needed

It’s always on—no need to pay extra or configure manually.

🧑‍💼 For Email Clients (Outlook, Apple Mail, Mobile)

Simply use the SSL-enabled settings we provide in your welcome email:

• IMAP (port 993)

• POP3 (port 995)

• SMTP (port 465 or 587 with STARTTLS)

Everything is encrypted. Everything just works.

🟢 Why Free SSL Matters

Some providers charge extra for SSL or make you install it yourself.
At PLiKhost, we believe security should be standard—not a paid upgrade.

Your privacy, data, and professionalism matter. That’s why every PLiKhost Email Hosting plan includes SSL for free.

Final Thoughts

Don’t leave your email exposed to threats.
SSL is the backbone of modern, secure email communication—and with PLiKhost, it’s included by default.

✅ Protect your inbox
✅ Encrypt your communication
✅ Build trust with every message

🟢 Explore PLiKhost Email Hosting
Professional. Secure. Simple.