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Here are the following requirements to buy an SSL Certificate. Purchasing an SSL Certificate is an essential step in protecting your website, encrypting sensitive data, and building trust with your visitors. At Hosted.com®, we simplify the process, but certain information and documents are required before an SSL can be issued. All Hosted.com® cPanel Hosting plans include a free pre-installed SSL Certificate to ensure your site is encrypted and secure, along with a free domain name* on selecte… Read More
This article will explain how to cancel SSL Certificate in cPanel. We also will cover when cancelling your SSL Certificate if you receive a refund. If you no longer need an SSL certificate for your website, you can cancel it through cPanel. Understanding the cancellation process, potential refunds, and the impact on your website is important to ensure uninterrupted service and avoid unnecessary charges. How to Cancel an SSL CertificateCancel SSL CertificateWill You Get a Refund?Additional Infor… Read More
Learn how to ensure SSL certificate works correctly after an IP address change. If you’ve recently changed the IP address of your Hosted.com® server, you may be wondering whether your SSL certificate needs to be reissued. The good news is that, in most cases, an IP change does not require reissuing your SSL certificate. However, understanding the details helps ensure your website remains secure and accessible. How SSL Certificates WorkWhen You Do Not Need to Reissue SSLWhen You Might Need to… Read More
This guide explains the process of how to renew SSL certificate. An SSL certificate protects your website and ensures visitor data is secure. Since SSL certificates typically expire after one or two years, it’s essential to replace yours before it expires to maintain trust and security. At Hosted.com®, keeping your site protected is simple, even when it’s time to replace your SSL certificate. While SSL certificates aren’t technically “renewed,” you can easily purchase and install a n… Read More
Can you use old CSR when renewing an SSL certificate? Technically, you can however, there are important considerations. When renewing an SSL certificate on your Hosted.com® hosting account, you may wonder whether you can reuse the original Certificate Signing Request (CSR). Understanding how CSRs work is important for maintaining the security and integrity of your SSL certificate during renewal. What is a CSR?Can You Use an Old CSR?How to Generate a New CSR in cPanelGenerate a New CSRUse the C… Read More
How to install Wildcard SSL certificate that allows you to secure your main domain as well as all its subdomains with a single certificate. This is ideal for WordPress sites hosted with Hosted.com® that have multiple subdomains, such as blog.yourdomain.com or shop.yourdomain.com. Installing a Wildcard SSL ensures that all your subdomains are encrypted and protected, improving security and visitor trust. VIDEO: How to Install an SSL Certificate on Your Website What is a Wildcard SSL Certificate… Read More
Clearing the state in your browser ensures that old or cached SSL state data is removed, allowing your browser to load the most recent certificate. After installing or renewing an SSL certificate on your Hosted.com® website, you may encounter issues such as browsers showing a “Not Secure” warning or failing to load the updated certificate. VIDEO:
Domain Control Validation (DCV) is a required step to prove you own a domain before an SSL certificate can be issued. Hosted.com® uses DCV to ensure that SSL certificates are only provided to legitimate domain owners, protecting both your website and visitors. Completing DCV is quick and can be done through several verification methods. What is Domain Control Validation (DCV)?Why Complete DCV?How to Complete Domain Control ValidationReceive an Email for DCVChoose a Domain Control Validation Me… Read More Using approver email addresses when obtaining a Domain Validated (DV) SSL Certificate involves confirming domain ownership. Domain validation plays a vital role in issuing SSL certificates as it guarantees that the request for the certificate comes from a legitimate domain owner. This process generally involves sending an approval email to designated generic administrative addresses linked to your domain. Choose Generic Approver Email AddressesValidating OwnershipAlternative Validation Methods… Read More Various validation processes are used to issue an SSL Certificate, depending on the type you need for your site. One of the main ones is real-time automated email verification. Domain Validated (DV) SSL Certificates always use an automated Approver Email system. SSL certificates are essential for securing online transactions by encrypting data between your website and visitors. They also validate your identity, ensuring users trust your site. The verifications are done to ensure the domain owne… Read More