Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ / SSL Certificate
How to Install an SSL Certificate on a Sub-Domain in DirectAdmin?
Follow these steps to install an SSL certificate on a sub-domain using DirectAdmin:
Step 1: Login to your DirectAdmin account.
Step 2: Go to the Account Manager section and click on SSL Certificates.
Step 3: Click on the option Free & automatic certificate or something similar like Get automatic certificate from ACME Provider.
Step 4: In this window, you will be able to configure the settings for your free SSL certificate.
- Type the desired domain name in the Common Name field for which you want to install the SSL certificate.
- Tick the Wildcard checkbox if you want the certificate to automatically work for all sub-domains or URLs.
- Alternatively, select the certificate entries with the check box, which includes the sub-domains or hostnames you want the certificate to cover.
Step 5: The Force SSL with https redirect option is important to automate redirection from HTTP to HTTPS. Ensure you tick this option.
Step 6: Click on the Save button next to it. You will see a success message indicating: Certificate and Key Saved.
By following these steps, you can install an SSL certificate for a sub-domain in DirectAdmin.
