SSL Certificates | XonHost Knowledge Base

SSL Error – Certificate Not Trusted

When you access a website through a secure HTTPS connection you might encounter a warning that the SSL certificate is not issued by a trusted authority. The exact warning message you will see depending on your browser is: Firefox – “Your … Continued

How to install Let’s Encrypt on my domain?

The free Let’s Encrypt and Let’s Encrypt Wildcard certificates can be installed via cPanel. Just choose the domain name you need an SSL for and the type of SSL you wish to install. To successfully install a Let’s Encrypt single domain SSL, … Continued

What is your SSL server type?

XonHost’s SSL server type is: Apache with ModSSL Use this information for third party SSL installation.

Can I get Let’s Encrypt certificates at XonHost?

Let’s Encrypt provide two types of certificates: Single Domain SSL and Wildcard SSL. Both are available for free use for all XonHost customers and can be issued and managed through the Let’s Encrypt tool in your cPanel. Please note that XonHost issues … Continued

Can I change the domain on my SSL certificate?

Changing the domain name for your SSL certificate is not possible. If you need an SSL for a different domain name, the only option is to have a brand new SSL installed. You can order a new WildCard or EV SSL … Continued

What is displayed by browsers for HTTPS websites using Let’s Encrypt SSL?

Let’s Encrypt is a trusted authority so there will be no warning messages as long as your site is configured properly and you are using an OS and browser that support SNI. You will see the green padlock and green letters … Continued

How to transfer the SSL from the previous host?

The SSL from your previous host can be transferred by ordering an SSL installation from your User Area -> Add Services -> External SSL installation. Alternatively you can install the SSL certificate via cPanel. More information can be found in this article: Can you install … Continued

Will HTTP/2 work once a domain gets Let’s Encrypt?

The content of your website will be served over HTTP/2 only if you are accessing it through an encrypted connection (https). This means that you will need a valid SSL installed for your domain. The free Let’s Encrypt certificates available in cPanel … Continued

How to resend the SSL approval email?

If you need the approval email resent, please post a ticket to request it. You can post the ticket from your User Area -> Support -> Report Other Technical Issue. The approval email can be sent ONLY to [email protected]. Please make sure this email exists and that … Continued

Is Let’s Encrypt only for non-www domain names?

The Let’s Encrypt certificate will be issued for the domain.com and www.domain.com (if both resolve properly to your hosting server). In the case when the www subdomain does not resolve, the certificate will not be issued for it.