How to install an SSL certificate in WHM?

Installing an SSL certificate in WHM (Web Host Manager) involves a series of steps. WHM is typically used by server administrators or hosting providers to manage multiple cPanel accounts. Here’s a detailed guide on how to install an SSL certificate in WHM:

1. Log in to WHM: Open your web browser and go to https://your-server-IP:2087 or https://yourdomain.com:2087, replacing “your-server-IP” or “yourdomain.com” with the actual IP address or domain of your server. Enter your WHM username and password to log in.
2. Navigate to SSL/TLS: In WHM’s dashboard, look for the “SSL/TLS” option in the left-hand menu. Click on it to expand the submenu.
3. Install an SSL Certificate: Under the “SSL/TLS” menu, click on “Install an SSL Certificate on a Domain.”
4. Select the domain: Choose the domain for which you want to install the SSL certificate from the drop-down menu.
5. Copy and paste the certificate: In the “Certificate” field, paste the contents of your SSL certificate file (.crt). You can open the file with a text editor and copy-paste the entire content.
6. Copy and paste the private key: In the “Private Key” field, paste the contents of your private key file (.key). Ensure that you use the original private key associated with the CSR (Certificate Signing Request) used to generate the SSL certificate.
7. Copy and paste the CA Bundle (optional): If you have an intermediate certificate file (.ca-bundle), paste its contents in the “Certificate Authority Bundle (CABUNDLE)” field. This step is optional, as some SSL providers may not provide an intermediate certificate.
8. Click “Install”: Once you have pasted the necessary information, click the “Install” button.
9. Confirmation: You should see a confirmation message indicating that the SSL certificate has been successfully installed.
10. Verify SSL installation: After the installation, you can use an online SSL checker tool to verify that your SSL certificate has been installed correctly.

Congratulations! You have successfully installed an SSL certificate for a domain in WHM. Keep in mind that WHM interfaces may vary slightly based on the server configuration and hosting provider, but the general steps remain similar.