SSL/TLS certificates help secure your website by encrypting information transmitted between your website and its visitors. Follow these steps to install an SSL/TLS certificate in cPanel:
- Accessing SSL/TLS Manager
- Login to cPanel: Use your cPanel username and password to log into your hosting account.
- Navigate to SSL/TLS Manager: On the cPanel dashboard, locate the "SSL/TLS Manager" and click on it.
- Generate a Certificate Signing Request (CSR)
- Select, "Generate, view, or delete SSL certificate signing requests."
- Fill in the Form the required details such as domain name, organization details, etc.
- Make sure the information is accurate as it will be used to generate your certificate.
- Generate CSR by clicking the "Generate" button to create your CSR.
- Uploading and Installing the SSL Certificate
- Return to SSL/TLS Manager: Click "Return to SSL/TLS Manager" from the previous screen.
- Choose "Manage SSL Sites": Under "Install and Manage SSL for your site (HTTPS)," click on "Manage SSL Sites."
- Paste the Certificate: Into the appropriate box, paste your certificate (CRT). The CRT is available from the company that issued the certificate.
- Install Certificate: To install your SSL/TLS certificate, click the "Install Certificate" button.
- Verifying Installation
- Confirmation: You should see a confirmation message indicating that your certificate has been installed successfully.
- Test Your SSL: Visit your website using "https://" to ensure that your SSL/TLS certificate is working correctly.
By following these steps, you can secure your website with an SSL/TLS certificate, ensuring encrypted connections for your visitors.