Migrate to HTTPS Without Losing a Single Ranking

HTTPS is a confirmed ranking signal and a browser security requirement. We handle the migration so your rankings, traffic, and link equity transfer cleanly.

68%

of online experiences begin with a search engine -- and browsers flagging your HTTP site as 'Not Secure' costs you credibility before visitors even reach your content

BrightEdge, 2019

HTTPS Migration

Complete HTTP to HTTPS migration including SSL certificate deployment, 301 redirect mapping, mixed content resolution, internal link updates, and Search Console property migration.
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What's Included

Everything you get with our HTTPS Migration

Pre-Migration URL Audit

Complete inventory of all URLs, redirects, canonical tags, and sitemap entries that must be updated during the protocol change

Migration Execution

SSL certificate deployment, 301 redirect implementation, mixed content resolution, internal link updates, sitemap regeneration, and Search Console property migration

Post-Migration Monitoring

30-day monitoring of crawl stats, indexation coverage, ranking stability, and traffic patterns to catch and resolve any migration issues immediately

Our HTTPS Migration Process

1

Pre-Migration Audit & Planning

We crawl your entire site to inventory every URL, redirect, canonical tag, and sitemap entry. We create a comprehensive migration plan with URL mapping, redirect rules, and a timeline designed to minimize risk.

2

SSL Certificate & Server Configuration

We deploy the appropriate SSL certificate for your domain structure (single domain, wildcard, or multi-domain), configure HSTS headers, and set up server-level HTTP to HTTPS redirects that cover every URL pattern.

3

Content & Link Updates

All internal links, canonical tags, hreflang annotations, sitemap URLs, and embedded resources (images, scripts, stylesheets) are updated to HTTPS. Mixed content warnings are resolved by identifying and updating every HTTP resource reference.

4

Search Console Migration & Monitoring

We set up the new HTTPS property in Search Console, submit updated sitemaps, and monitor crawl stats, indexation coverage, and ranking stability daily for 30 days. Any issues are caught and resolved immediately.

Key Benefits

Preserve your existing rankings and link equity

Proper 301 redirects from every HTTP URL to its HTTPS equivalent ensure that Google transfers ranking signals and link equity cleanly. Without this, your site effectively starts over in Google's eyes, and the backlinks you have earned lose their value.

Eliminate browser security warnings

Modern browsers display prominent 'Not Secure' warnings on HTTP pages, especially those with forms. These warnings erode visitor trust and increase bounce rates. HTTPS removes the warning and displays a padlock that signals legitimacy.

Gain the HTTPS ranking advantage

Google has confirmed HTTPS as a ranking signal. While it is a lightweight signal compared to content and links, it provides a tiebreaker advantage in competitive SERPs where other factors are closely matched between sites.

Research & Evidence

Backed by industry research and proven results

Page Experience Ranking System

Google confirmed page experience signals contribute to ranking, with HTTPS being one of the original page experience requirements

Google (2021)

SEO Lead Conversion

SEO leads have a 14.6% close rate, and trust signals like HTTPS directly impact whether visitors convert after arriving from organic search

Forrester (2023)

Frequently Asked Questions

Will migrating to HTTPS cause temporary ranking drops?

A properly executed migration should not cause significant ranking drops. There may be minor fluctuations during the first 1-2 weeks as Google recrawls and reprocesses your URLs, but these stabilize quickly. The risk of ranking loss comes from improper redirects, missing pages, or mixed content -- all of which our process prevents.

What is mixed content and why does it matter?

Mixed content occurs when an HTTPS page loads resources (images, scripts, stylesheets) over HTTP. This triggers browser warnings and can break page functionality. We identify and update every HTTP resource reference across your site to ensure clean HTTPS delivery on every page.

Do I need to update my backlinks after migrating to HTTPS?

Not necessarily. Proper 301 redirects ensure that backlinks pointing to HTTP URLs pass their equity to the HTTPS versions. However, for your highest-value backlinks (major publications, top-referring domains), we recommend requesting that publishers update the link URL directly for maximum equity transfer.

What type of SSL certificate do I need?

Most sites need a standard domain-validated (DV) certificate. Sites with multiple subdomains benefit from a wildcard certificate. Enterprise sites operating multiple domains may need a multi-domain (SAN) certificate. We recommend the appropriate certificate type based on your domain structure and budget.

Migrate to HTTPS the Right Way

Get a migration plan that protects your rankings, preserves link equity, and eliminates browser security warnings -- without the traffic dips of a botched switchover.