{"id":2564,"date":"2025-08-11T10:39:44","date_gmt":"2025-08-11T10:39:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/?p=2564"},"modified":"2025-08-11T10:39:45","modified_gmt":"2025-08-11T10:39:45","slug":"how-to-configure-autossl-in-cpanel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/how-to-configure-autossl-in-cpanel\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Configure AutoSSL in cPanel: Installation, Configuration, and Troubleshooting"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Securing your website with an SSL certificate is no longer optional \u2014 it\u2019s essential for search engine rankings, user trust, and data protection. One of the easiest ways to achieve this is to <strong>configure AutoSSL<\/strong> in cPanel. This feature automatically installs and renews SSL certificates for your domains, saving you time and ensuring your site remains secure without manual intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll explain how to <strong>configure AutoSSL<\/strong> step-by-step, from installation to configuration and troubleshooting. Whether you\u2019re managing your own site or hosting multiple client websites with <a href=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/\">Hostrago\u2019s web hosting plans<\/a>, this guide will help you secure your domains quickly and efficiently. We\u2019ll also provide solutions for common AutoSSL issues so you can avoid downtime and security warnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is AutoSSL in cPanel?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AutoSSL is a built-in feature in cPanel that automatically provides free SSL certificates for your domains using Certificate Authorities (CA) such as cPanel (powered by Sectigo) or Let\u2019s Encrypt. This means you don\u2019t have to purchase SSL separately or go through complex installation processes \u2014 it\u2019s all handled automatically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key benefits of AutoSSL:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free SSL certificate issuance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Automatic renewal before expiry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Works for primary domains, subdomains, and addon domains<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increases trust with HTTPS security<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improves SEO rankings<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to <strong>configure AutoSSL<\/strong> in cPanel<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s a step-by-step process to enable and configure AutoSSL for your domain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Log in to Your cPanel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Use your hosting provider\u2019s cPanel login link. If you are using <a href=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/\">Hostrago Hosting<\/a>, you can easily access it via your client area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Navigate to the SSL\/TLS Status<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Once logged in, scroll to the <strong>Security<\/strong> section and click on <strong>SSL\/TLS Status<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Navigate-to-the-SSLTLS-Status-1024x533.webp\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Navigate to the SSLTLS Status\" class=\"wp-image-2560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Navigate-to-the-SSLTLS-Status-1024x533.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Navigate-to-the-SSLTLS-Status-300x156.webp 300w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Navigate-to-the-SSLTLS-Status-768x400.webp 768w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Navigate-to-the-SSLTLS-Status.webp 1297w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Enable-AutoSSL-1024x497.webp\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Enable AutoSSL\" class=\"wp-image-2563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Enable-AutoSSL-1024x497.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Enable-AutoSSL-300x146.webp 300w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Enable-AutoSSL-768x373.webp 768w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Enable-AutoSSL-1536x746.webp 1536w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Enable-AutoSSL.webp 1613w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Select Your Domains<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You will see a list of your domains and subdomains. Select the domains you want to secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"425\" src=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Select-Your-Domains-1024x425.webp\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Select Your Domains\" class=\"wp-image-2562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Select-Your-Domains-1024x425.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Select-Your-Domains-300x124.webp 300w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Select-Your-Domains-768x319.webp 768w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Select-Your-Domains-1536x637.webp 1536w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Select-Your-Domains.webp 1588w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Run AutoSSL<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Click on <strong>Run AutoSSL<\/strong>. The system will automatically validate your domains and install SSL certificates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"352\" src=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Run-AutoSSL.webp\" loading=\"lazy\" alt=\"Run AutoSSL\" class=\"wp-image-2561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Run-AutoSSL.webp 1024w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Run-AutoSSL-300x103.webp 300w, https:\/\/hostrago.com\/knowledge-base\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/Run-AutoSSL-768x264.webp 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choosing the AutoSSL Provider<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>cPanel offers two main AutoSSL providers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>cPanel (Powered by Sectigo)<\/strong> \u2013 Default provider with excellent compatibility.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Let\u2019s Encrypt<\/strong> \u2013 Popular free SSL option known for fast issuance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>To select your preferred provider:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Go to <strong>Manage AutoSSL<\/strong> in WHM (if you have reseller or root access).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Choose your desired CA and save changes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Verifying SSL Installation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After AutoSSL runs successfully:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit your site using <strong>https:\/\/<\/strong> and ensure the padlock icon appears.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sslshopper.com\/ssl-checker.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SSL Checker<\/a> to confirm the installation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Troubleshooting AutoSSL Issues<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If AutoSSL fails, here are common causes and fixes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>DNS Not Pointing Correctly<\/strong><br>Make sure your domain\u2019s A record points to the correct server IP.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Domain Redirection Issues<\/strong><br>Disable forced HTTPS temporarily during installation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rate Limit Exceeded<\/strong><br>Wait for 24 hours before retrying.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expired or Invalid Certificates<\/strong><br>Remove old SSL certificates and re-run AutoSSL.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AAAA Records<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In cases when your A records are directed to your web host address but the nameservers are located elsewhere, then look for AAAA records on \u201cwhatsmydns.net.\u201d Most DNS managers add irrelevant records that can affect AutoSSL validation and are not needed. If you find more than the recommended A records, then remove them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Code Interference<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes a certain code in a website may delay the initiation of AutoSSL, and this code is valid only during the reconciliation phase before the deployment check of any file or code. Adding the below snippet at the start of a website\u2019s .htaccess file will avoid code interference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code lang-RewriteCond\"><code><strong>RewriteCond %{REQUEST_URI} !^\/&#91;0-9]+\\..+\\.cpaneldcv$<\/strong>\n\n<strong>RewriteCond %{REQUEST_URI} !^\/\\.well-known\/acme-challenge\/.+$<\/strong>\n\n<strong>RewriteCond %{REQUEST_URI} !^\/\\.well-known\/acme-challenge\/&#91;0-9a-zA-Z_-]+ $<\/strong>\n\n<strong>RewriteCond %{REQUEST_URI} !^\/\\.well-known\/pki-validation\/&#91;A-F0-9]<\/strong>\n\n<strong>{32}\\.txt(?:\\ Comodo\\ DCV)?$<\/strong><\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Use AutoSSL with Hostrago?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/\">Hostrago<\/a>, all hosting plans include configure AutoSSL with quick activation and automatic renewal. This ensures your website always has the latest security certificates without any extra cost or effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you run a personal blog, eCommerce store, or business site, AutoSSL guarantees that your visitors see your website as secure, boosting both trust and conversions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>configure AutoSSL in cPanel is one of the simplest yet most effective ways to protect your website and improve its credibility. With proper installation, configuration, and periodic checks, you can ensure your SSL certificates are always up-to-date and your site remains secure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for reliable hosting with free AutoSSL, <a href=\"https:\/\/hostrago.com\/\">explore Hostrago\u2019s hosting plans<\/a>. You\u2019ll get top-notch security, performance, and 24\/7 support to keep your website running at its best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Securing your website with an SSL certificate is no longer optional \u2014 it\u2019s essential for search engine rankings, user trust, and data protection. 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