How to Install SSL Certificate

SSL Certificate Installation

SSL certificates encrypt data between your website and visitors, ensuring security and trust.

Free SSL with Let's Encrypt

All our hosting plans include free SSL certificates via Let's Encrypt.

AutoSSL (Automatic Setup):

1. Log in to cPanel
2. Navigate to "SSL/TLS" section
3. Click "Manage SSL sites"
4. cPanel will automatically install SSL for your domains
5. Wait 5-10 minutes for certificate issuance

Manual SSL Installation:

1. Generate CSR in cPanel (SSL/TLS > Generate SSL)
2. Purchase SSL certificate (if not using free)
3. Receive certificate files from provider
4. Go to "SSL/TLS" > "Manage SSL sites"
5. Select domain and paste certificate files
6. Click "Install Certificate"

Verifying SSL Installation

After installation, verify SSL is working:

1. Visit your site with https://
2. Check for padlock in browser address bar
3. Use SSL checkers:
   • https://www.sslshopper.com/ssl-checker
   • https://www.ssllabs.com/ssltest

Forcing HTTPS

To force all traffic to HTTPS, add to .htaccess:

RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTPS} off
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]

Troubleshooting

If SSL is not working:

• Clear browser cache
• Check certificate expiration
• Verify domain points to our nameservers
• Contact support for assistance