Steps to Install Let’s Encrypt SSL Using cPanel

Steps to Install Let’s Encrypt SSL Using cPanel

 Introduction :

In this tutorial we will learn how to install Let’s Encrypt SSL into our website while using cPanel, this will make our website safer and you will be able to access it with https://.

Requirements:

Before you begin installation process you’ll need the following: Access to cPanel and Let’s Encrypt SSL installed in cPanel

Step 1 — Access the cPanel

First of all, you should go to your website cPanel, you can reach it by going to http:// yourdomainname.in:2082 or http://yourdomainname.in/cpanel/

Step 2 — Find Let’s Encrypt SSL

One you have successfully entered your cPanel, now you should locate “Security” section and then click on “Let’s Encrypt SSL icon”.
However, if you cannot find Let’s Encrypt SSL, please contact your hosting provider and they will gladly assist you.

Step 3 — Select SSL for Domain

Once you have entered Let’s Encrypt SSL you should check the section Issue a new certificate and tick the boxes near your domain name. After you have done that, please click on “Issue Multiple”.

Step 4 — Installing SSL Certificate        

The SSL certificate is now installed onto the domain "yourdomainname.com" using the IP address. Apache is restarting in the background. – This message should appear on your screen if everything was correct, after few seconds you will be able to use your website with SSL.
If you get an error message instead, simply ask for the assistance of your hosting provider.

Conclusion

Congratulations, you have successfully installed Let’s Encrypt SSL certificate, now you should be able to access your website with https:// now, and this makes your website a safer place!

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