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How Do I Secure My Website With SSL in cPanel?

What is SSL?


SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a security protocol that encrypts the communication between your website and your visitors’ browsers. This encryption helps ensure that any data exchanged such as contact form submissions or payment information remains confidential and protected from unauthorized access.


Websites secured with SSL display a padlock icon (🔒) in the browser’s address bar and use HTTPS instead of HTTP. This not only enhances user trust but also strengthens the credibility and professionalism of your website.


In the guide below, we’ll walk you through how to secure your website with SSL in cPanel:


  1. Login into your cPanel using the username and password provided. You can retrieve your cPanel credentials from your registered email once you have subscribed to our plans.


  1. Once you're logged in, use the search bar at the top of the cPanel dashboard and search for SSL/TLS Certificates. Then, click on the SSL/TLS Certificates option.


  1. You'll see a list of domains associated with your hosting account. Tick the checkbox next to the domain that you want to secure with an SSL certificate.


  1. After selecting your domain, scroll down to the bottom of the page and click the Continue button below.


  1. After that, click the Let's Encrypt Certificate button at the top of the page to begin generating and installing the SSL certificate for your selected domain.


  1. A confirmation pop-up will appear. Tick the confirmation checkbox, then click Continue to proceed with activating the SSL certificate.


You have successfully secure website with SSL in cPanel.


Note: The SSL installation process may take a few minutes to complete. Once activated successfully, your website will be secured using HTTPS.


Once the SSL certificate is successfully installed, your website will be secured with HTTPS, providing a safe and encrypted browsing experience for your visitors. This added layer of security helps protect sensitive information and gives your users greater confidence and peace of mind when interacting with your website.



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Updated on: 24/07/2026

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