Secure GitLab Pages with StartSSL

This post details the process of securing GitLab Pages with free StartSSL Class 1 certificates. It provides an overview of HTTPS, organizations supporting it, and a comparison between StartSSL Class 1 and Let's Encrypt, highlighting features like certificate expiration, client installation, support, and cost. It also outlines the limitations of StartSSL Class 1 and guides users through securing their GitLab Pages site with these certificates, emphasizing the use of custom domains.