123-REG RIPPING OFF CUSTOMERS
I just wanted setup SSL i.e. secure socket layer, which is the secure way to transfer data over the internet, and allows users to feel secure when on your website.. apparently 123-reg, don’t give it for free with their hosting, then they ask you to purchase it for £60 per year.. thing is that other hosting providers give SSL for free, and you can also purchase it for approximately £5 per year from other companies. I was also surprised when I purchased a SSL certificate from another company, then tried to set up on my 12-reg website to find that they don’t accept SSL certificates from other other companies..
So in summary it looks like 123-reg.co.uk
1. Don’t provide free SSL certificates
2. Charge 500% more than other companies for the SSL certificate and
3. Don’t allow you to purchase your own SSL certificates from other companies.
4. They use the fact that customers are already using their services and use this commitment to hoodwink their customers into paying huge fees unnecessarily.
Most hosting companies provide SSL services for free and are ranked much higher in hosting company rankings.
Unfortunately 12 is the largest provider in the UK, but don’t rate very highly when tested..
I've just moved all my services away from 123-reg, as I refuse to give anymore money n to a company with these morals. I suggest you don’t purchase any services from 123, and spread the word to other 123-reg users. Together we can make sure that companies like these don’t rip off any more customers.
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