There may be times when you need to apply the server hostname SSL certificate to the cPanel services. The server hostname SSL certificate is needed for secure connections to cPanel services.
The hostname SSL certificate is applied to these cPanel services:
- FTP Server
- Exim (SMTP) Server
- Calendar, cPanel, WebDisk, Webmail, and WHM Services
- Dovecot Mail Server
Step-by-Step Procedure to install the hostname SSL certificate
1. To install an SSL certificate for your server’s hostname, and also onto the WHM/cPanel services, use the following location:
“WHM: Home / Service Configuration / Manage Service SSL Certificates:”
2. Check all boxes for all the services, then select the ‘Browse Certificates’ button:
Select the hostname SSL certificate that is VALID from the menu under ‘root’. The below example only shows a self-signed certificate. On your server, locate and use the VALID hostname SSL certificate:
4. Once selected, you will see the SSL certificate on the page with green checkmarks next to it:
5. Select the ‘Install’ button at the bottom of the page
Verify Installation: Use an SSL checker tool online to verify that the SSL certificate is correctly installed on your hostname. You should also manually check by accessing https://yourhostname, looking for the padlock icon in the browser.
Conclusion
Installing an SSL certificate on your cPanel hostname is a straightforward process that significantly enhances your website’s security. By following the detailed steps outlined above, you can ensure that your site benefits from encrypted connections, safeguarding both your data and your users’ privacy.
If you have cPanel server from YouStable then you may open support ticket to install SSL Certificate on your WHM hostname.
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