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An SSL Certificate encrypts data transmitted between your website and its visitors, ensuring that sensitive information such as login credentials and payment details are secure. It also boosts your website's credibility and trustworthiness, and many search engines, including Google, rank SSL-secured websites higher.
The type of SSL you need depends on your website's requirements. For a personal blog or small business website, a basic SSL certificate might be sufficient. For e-commerce sites or websites handling sensitive data, you may need an advanced SSL certificate like an Extended Validation (EV) SSL, which provides more thorough validation and displays the company name in the browser bar.
We provide free Let's Encrypt SSL certificates with all our hosting packages. These SSLs are automatically installed and renewed, offering robust encryption and security at no additional cost.
For cPanel:
- Log into your cPanel account.
- Navigate to the "Security" section and click on "SSL/TLS".
- Click on "Manage SSL sites" under "Install and Manage SSL for your site (HTTPS)".
- Select the domain you want to secure.
- Paste the certificate files (CRT, KEY, CABUNDLE) in the respective fields.
- Click "Install Certificate".
For DirectAdmin:
- Log into your DirectAdmin control panel.
- Navigate to "Advanced Features" and click on "SSL Certificates".
- Select the option to "Free & Automatic Certificate from Let's Encrypt".
- Enter your domain and email address.
- Click "Save" to install the SSL certificate.
The validity of SSL certificates can vary. Free Let's Encrypt SSL certificates are valid for 90 days and are automatically renewed. Paid SSL certificates typically have a validity period of 1 to 2 years.
For Let's Encrypt SSLs, the renewal process is automatic. For paid SSL certificates, you will need to renew them through your hosting provider or SSL certificate issuer before they expire. You will receive reminders to renew your certificate in advance.
CSR (Certificate Signing Request): A CSR is a block of encoded text generated on the server where the SSL certificate will be installed. It contains information about your domain and company and is required to apply for an SSL certificate.
CA (Certificate Authority): A CA is an organization that issues SSL certificates. They verify the information provided in the CSR and, once validated, issue the SSL certificate.
The warranty provided with an SSL certificate is a guarantee by the Certificate Authority that your site is safe for visitors. If there is a failure in the CA's validation process, which results in a data breach or financial loss, the warranty compensates the end users up to the specified amount. This amount varies based on the type of SSL certificate purchased.
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Yes, we can help you install your SSL certificate for a fee. Please contact our support team for assistance.
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