SSL Certificate Setup Guide
SSL certificates encrypt data between your website and visitors, essential for security and SEO.
Why SSL Matters
- Security - Encrypts sensitive data
- Trust - Shows padlock icon to visitors
- SEO - Google prefers HTTPS sites
- Compliance - Required for payment processing
Free SSL with Let's Encrypt
We offer free SSL certificates via Let's Encrypt.
Installation Steps
- Log into cPanel
- Go to Security → SSL/TLS Status
- Click "Run AutoSSL"
- Wait for certificate installation
- Verify at https://yourdomain.com
Premium SSL Options
For business needs, consider:
- Domain Validation (DV) - Basic encryption
- Organization Validation (OV) - Verified business info
- Extended Validation (EV) - Green bar, highest trust
Forcing HTTPS
Add to your .htaccess file:
apache
RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTPS} off
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]Troubleshooting
- Mixed content warnings - Update internal links to HTTPS
- Certificate errors - Check expiration date
- Too many redirects - Check .htaccess rules