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title: How do I install a free SSL certificate (Let’s Encrypt) in DirectAdmin?
description: "Securing your website with HTTPS is important for both security and SEO. DirectAdmin makes it easy to install a free SSL certificate from Let’s Encrypt. By default, we create a certificate for every domain added to our servers. ## **Steps…"
url: "https://disoh.com/fi/support/how-do-i-install-a-free-ssl-certificate-lets-encrypt-in-directadmin/"
updated: "2025-09-09"
category: Webhosting
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# How do I install a free SSL certificate (Let’s Encrypt) in DirectAdmin?

Securing your website with HTTPS is important for both security and SEO. DirectAdmin makes it easy to install a free SSL certificate from Let’s Encrypt. By default, we create a certificate for every domain added to our servers.

## **Steps to install SSL in DirectAdmin:**

1. Log in to **DirectAdmin**.
2. Under the **Account Manager** section, click on **SSL Certificates**.
3. Select **Free & automatic certificate from Let’s Encrypt**.
4. Choose your domain name(s) that should be secured.
   - Make sure to also include `www.yourdomain.com` if you use it.
5. (Optional) Tick the box **Force SSL with https redirect** so all traffic automatically goes to HTTPS.
6. Click **Save** or **Issue Certificate**.

## **Verification**

- The SSL certificate will be issued automatically within a few seconds.
- Once installed, visit your website using `https://yourdomain.com`. You should see the padlock icon in your browser.

## **Common issues**

- Your domain must be pointing to our server (correct DNS A records).
- If you recently changed DNS, allow up to 24 hours for propagation.
- Certificates last 90 days, but DirectAdmin will automatically renew them.

**Need help?**
If the SSL installation fails or your site does not show HTTPS, please [open a support ticket](https://my.disoh.com/submitticket.php?utm_source=chatgpt.com) or email **support@disoh.com** for assistance.