Installing a Comodo PositiveSSL Certificate involves a few straightforward steps. Follow this guide to ensure your website is secured with Comodo's trusted SSL encryption.
Step 1: Generate a CSR (Certificate Signing Request)
Before applying for your SSL certificate, you must generate a CSR on your web server. This process varies depending on your server software (Apache, Nginx, IIS, etc.). Consult your server documentation for detailed instructions.
Step 2: Purchase and Validate Your SSL Certificate
After generating your CSR, purchase the Comodo PositiveSSL Certificate. You will then need to validate your domain via email verification, DNS record, or file upload methods.
Step 3: Install the SSL Certificate on Your Server
Once validated, you will receive your SSL certificate files via email. Install these on your server according to the specific instructions for your server type. This generally involves importing the certificate and intermediate certificates to your server and configuring your server to use them.
Step 4: Verify Installation and Configure Redirects
After installation, verify that your SSL certificate works using an SSL checker tool. Finally, ensure your website is configured to redirect all HTTP traffic to HTTPS to maintain secure connections.
For detailed server-specific instructions, please refer to your server's documentation or the comprehensive guides available on the Comodo or SSLTrust websites.