1. Choose Certificate Type 📁
- Domain Validated (DV): Free option for basic encryption
- Organization Validated (OV): Paid for enhanced trust
- Extended Validation (EV): Premium for green address bar
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2. Generate CSR 🔐
Use OpenSSL command:
openssl req -new -newkey rsa:2048 -nodes -keyout domain.key -out csr.csr
⚠️ Ensure private key security!
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3. Purchase Certificate 🛒
Select from trusted providers:
- Let's Encrypt (Free)
- DigiCert (Paid)
- Comodo (Paid)
📌 Always verify issuer reliability
4. Install Certificate 🔄
- Upload certificate files to your server
- Configure web server (Apache/Nginx) with SSL directives
- Test connection using SSL Checker
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5. Verify Configuration 🧪
Use online tools:
- SSL Test Tool
- SSL Labs
- Curl Command for terminal checks
⚠️ Ensure TLS version ≥ 1.2
6. Renew Certificate ⏳
- Monitor expiration dates
- Automate renewal with ACME Client:
acme.sh --renew -d example.com - Keep backups of private keys
For advanced setup, see our SSL Certificate Verification Guide 📚
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🛡️ Remember: SSL certificates protect data privacy and enhance user trust!
🌐 Always use HTTPS for secure communication!