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Introduction: Securing your website with an SSL certificate is crucial for protecting user data and building trust with your visitors. Plesk makes it easy to install SSL certificates for your domains. In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of obtaining and installing an SSL certificate using the Plesk control panel.

1. Obtain an SSL certificate: a. You can purchase an SSL certificate from a certificate authority (CA) or obtain a free one from Let's Encrypt. b. If using a CA, you'll need to generate a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) and submit it to the CA. They'll provide you with the certificate files.

2. Log in to your Plesk control panel: a. Enter your username and password to access the Plesk dashboard.

3. Navigate to the SSL/TLS Certificates section: a. Click on "Websites & Domains" in the left-hand menu. b. Find the domain you want to secure and click on "SSL/TLS Certificates."

4. Install a new SSL certificate: a. Click on the "Add SSL/TLS Certificate" button. b. Enter a name for the certificate and fill in the necessary fields (if generating a CSR). c. If using a CA, upload the certificate files (certificate, private key, and CA bundle) provided by the CA. d. If using Let's Encrypt, select the "Let's Encrypt" option, enter your email address, and select the domain(s) you want to secure. e. Click "OK" or "Get it free" (for Let's Encrypt) to install the certificate.

5. Assign the SSL certificate to your domain: a. Go back to the "Websites & Domains" tab and click on "Hosting Settings" for your domain. b. Under the "Security" section, select the SSL certificate you just installed from the "Certificate" dropdown menu. c. Check the "Permanent SEO-safe 301 redirect from HTTP to HTTPS" box to enforce HTTPS. d. Click "OK" to save your changes.

6. Verify the SSL certificate installation: a. Visit your website using HTTPS (e.g., https://yourdomain.com) and check for a padlock or "Secure" indicator in your browser's address bar. b. You can also use an SSL checker tool (like the one from SSL Labs) to verify your certificate's proper installation and configuration.

Installing an SSL certificate in Plesk is a simple process that ensures your website's security and builds trust with your visitors. By following this guide, you can easily obtain and install SSL certificates for your domains using the Plesk control panel. If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to contact your hosting provider's support team.