The Importance of SSL/TLS #
SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) and its successor, TLS (Transport Layer Security), encrypt the data exchanged between your website and your visitors’ browsers. This is essential for:
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Trust: Browsers mark sites without SSL as “Not Secure.”
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SEO: Google uses HTTPS as a ranking signal.
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Security: Protecting sensitive information (passwords, payment details).
Automated SSL Installation (Recommended) #
For most users, CyberWAF automatically provisions and installs a trusted SSL certificate (e.g., Let’s Encrypt or similar) as soon as your domain points to our nameservers.
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Verification: Wait for DNS propagation (4-24 hours).
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Check Status: Log into cPanel and check the “SSL/TLS Status” tool to ensure your certificate is active and auto-renewing.
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Forcing HTTPS: If your site still shows HTTP, you may need to install a simple plugin (for CMS users like WordPress) or update your application settings to force all traffic to HTTPS.
Installing a Custom SSL Certificate #
If you purchased a certificate from a third-party vendor (e.g., DigiCert, Sectigo), you can install it manually:
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Obtain Files: Get the Certificate (
.crt) and Private Key (.key) files from your vendor. -
Use SSL/TLS Manager: In cPanel, navigate to the “SSL/TLS” manager.
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Upload & Install: Use the tool to upload your key and certificate files to the correct domain.
