Wildcard SSL (*.example.tj) — When You Need One

A Wildcard SSL certificate protects the main domain AND all its first-level subdomains: blog.example.tj, shop.example.tj, admin.example.tj and so on.

When you need Wildcard:

• You have 5+ subdomains and do not want a separate SSL for each.
• You regularly create new subdomains and do not want to configure SSL each time.
• Enterprise infrastructure with many services on different subdomains.

When you do not:

• 1–2 subdomains — simpler to issue individual DV certs or use AutoSSL Let’s Encrypt.
• Wildcard does not cover second-level subdomains: api.v1.example.tj needs a second Wildcard *.v1.example.tj.

Where to get Wildcard:

• Free via Let’s Encrypt — supported by AutoSSL but requires DNS validation (NS on our side or manual TXT setup).
• Paid — DV/OV Wildcard in the store, from 50 USD/year.

Free Wildcard via Let’s Encrypt is enough for most — ask in a ticket and we will set it up.