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How to Install Let’s Encrypt SSL Certificate in DirectAdmin (Evolution Skin)

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Introduction

This knowledge base article provides a step-by-step guide on how to activate SSL for a domain using DirectAdmin control panel and generate Let’s Encrypt certificates.

Prerequisites

  • Access to DirectAdmin control panel.
  • A domain added to DirectAdmin for which SSL needs to be activated.

Steps

Step 1: Home >> Account Manager >> Domain Setup and select the domain you want to activate SSL for.

 

Step 2: Ensure that Secure SSL is enabled. 

 

Step 3: Navigate to Account Manager >> SSL Certificates in DirectAdmin.

 

Step 4: Click on the Get automatic certificate from ACME Provider and select the domains and subdomains you wish to install SSL. Typically, you’ll want to secure domain.com, www.domain.com, and mail.domain.com.

 

NOTE: **You need to make sure that all the domains and subdomains you wish to install are pointing to server IP””

Step 6: Click the SAVE button. The SSLs will be installed, and you will be redirected to a page where you’ll see the details. A confirmation message will be displayed listing the domains for which the Let’s Encrypt certificates were successfully requested.

Step 7: Clear the web browser cache and access your site with https:// to verify if the certificate is working correctly.

Conclusion

Activating SSL for your domain using DirectAdmin and generating Let’s Encrypt certificates is a straightforward process. Following these steps ensures that your website is secured with SSL encryption, enhancing its security and trustworthiness.

Should you have any inquiries of the guidelines, please feel free to open a ticket through your portal account or contact us at +603-2026 1688. We’ll be happy to assist you further.