This artucle will show how to restore an SSL certificate in your cPanel. At Domains.co.za, we understand that SSL certificates can sometimes need restoring, whether due to accidental deletion, server migration, or file corruption. Restoring your SSL quickly is essential to maintain encryption, protect sensitive user data, and ensure your visitors don’t encounter browser security warnings.
A properly restored SSL certificate keeps your website secure, maintains trust, and ensures your business complies with modern security standards.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
How to Restore an SSL Certificate in cPanel
1. Login to your Domains.co.za account.
2. Open the Manage Services drop-down and select your hosting plan.
3. Click Manage next to the relevant domain.
4. Select Control Panel to access cPanel.
5. Navigate to SSL/TLS and then click Manage SSL Sites.
6. Choose the domain for which you need to restore the SSL certificate.
7. Re-upload your certificate (CRT), private key, and CA bundle from your backup.
8. Click Install Certificate and confirm that your site is now accessible via https://.
Additional Information
- Always keep a secure backup of your SSL certificate and private key. Without these, you may need to reissue the certificate, which can take extra time.
- SSL restoration may take a few minutes to propagate across all servers and browsers.
- Test your site in multiple browsers to ensure the restored certificate is working correctly.
- Ensure all scripts, images, and other resources are served over HTTPS to avoid browser warnings.
- Our team can assist with SSL restoration to ensure proper installation and avoid service disruption.
- Restoring SSL promptly maintains encryption standards and ensures ongoing compliance with industry security requirements.
Login to Domains.co.za Account
1. Go to the Domains.co.za website Account Login page.
2. Enter your Email and Password and click the Sign In button.
3. You will see the Domains.co.za Dashboard, displaying the Manage Account menu on the left and your Account Information, Account Overview and Open Support Tickets on the right.
