SSL How to Make a Certificate Update

SSL The certificates are valid for a certain period to ensure the security of websites, and they need to be renewed when it expires. It is important to complete the renewal process before the time of your certificate is expired. In this article, SSL We explain the certification update process step by step.

Checking Certificate Time

SSL The validity period of the certificates is usually limited to 1 or 2 years. You can click on the security icon on your browser's address bar by visiting your website to check the time of your certificate. Alternatively, SSL You can learn the remaining validity period of your certificate using control tools.

New Certificate Purchasing or Renewing the Available Certificate

SSL You can choose your existing provider to renew your certification or buy a new certificate from a different provider. Note that you should choose the same type of certification (Domain Validation, Organization Validation or Extended Validation) during the renewal process.

CSR Create File

SSL to renew the certificate CSR Rebuilding of the (Certificate Signing Request) file is necessary. CSR The file contains your domain and server information and is sent to your certificate provider. CSR You can use your hosting panel or server to create the file.

Certificate Verification Process

To renew the certificate, you need to complete the verification steps set by the provider. This verification is usually carried out by email and you are asked to prove that the domain name belongs to you.

Upload Certificate

After receiving your new certificate, you need to install the certificate via your hosting panel. If you are using a control panel, SSL/TLS You can easily install your certificate from the section. If you need to install manual installation, you may need to place the certificate file to the corresponding directory of your server and update the configuration files.

HTTPS Routing and Testing

To make sure that your certificate is properly installed, your site HTTPS Test via the protocol. Also all links HTTPS Be sure to be redirected to use. For this, you can edit your htaccess file or server configuration files.

Troubleshooting

SSL If you receive any errors after your certificate is installed, you can check the validity of your certificate and get support from your hosting provider. Problems such as missing in the certificate information or not being installed in the correct directory often arise at this stage.

SSL When you complete the certification update process correctly, your website becomes a reliable platform for both users and search engines.