How to install Let’s Encrypt SSL certificate?

In DirectAdmin it’s very easy to install a free Let’s Encrypt certificate. This can be achieved through the graphical interface. The SSL certificate is valid for 60 days and it will automatically renew.

To request and install an SSL certificate in DirectAdmin:

1. Login to your DirectAdmin account.

2. Navigate to Account Manager >> SSL Certificates

3. Click on the first tab Get automatic certificate from ACME Provider

4. Select the addresses for which you want SSL certificates. In most cases, you will want to secure domain.com, www.domain.com and mail.domain.com.

5. Click the SAVE button. The SSLs will be installed and you will be redirected to a page where you will see the details. A confirmation message will be displayed:

LetsEncrypt request successful for:
domain.com
mail.domain.com
www.domain.com

6. Clear the web browser cache and access your site with https:// to see if the certificate is working correctly.

To redirect all requests to the secure version of the site, thick the checkbox Force SSL with https redirect and click the Save button.