--- title: "Nexcess SSL Certificates" source: "https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/" description: "Secure your site with free, automated SSL certificates on the Nexcess platform. Learn how to enable HTTPS for your domain directly from your portal." vertical: "Sites & Stores" date: "2025-09-15" last_modified: "2026-07-29" --- # Nexcess SSL Certificates An SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate is a digital certificate that authenticates a website’s identity and enables an encrypted connection between a web server and a visitor’s browser. This encryption secures all data in transit, such as login credentials and personal information, and is essential for modern web security. A valid SSL certificate allows your site to use the `https://` protocol, which builds visitor trust and is a positive factor for search engine rankings. Our Managed WordPress and Managed WooCommerce platforms, powered by Nexcess, simplify this process by providing free, automated SSL certificates through Let’s Encrypt. The entire lifecycle of the certificate, including issuance, installation, and renewal, is managed automatically by the Nexcess platform. You can enable SSL for your domain with a single click in your management portal. --- Nexcess SSL Certificate Articles 8 results The following resources will help you understand and manage SSL certificates for your site. - ## [Enable Let’s Encrypt for Sites and Stores](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/security/ssl/nexcess/enable-lets-encrypt/) Learn how to enable and manage free, automated Let’s Encrypt SSL certificates for your site and pointer domains via the Liquid Web portal dashboard. [Read more: Enable Let’s Encrypt for Sites and Stores](https://docs.nexcess.com/hosting/security/ssl/nexcess/enable-lets-encrypt/) - ## [How existing customers order SSL certificates in the Nexcess Client Portal](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/order-an-ssl-certificate/) Are you an existing customer of a Nexcess hosting product? If so, are you looking to order an SSL certificate through the Nexcess Client Portal? Here is your guide with the installation steps. [Read more: How existing customers order SSL certificates in the Nexcess Client Portal](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/order-an-ssl-certificate/) - ## [How to buy wildcard SSL certificate in SiteWorx](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/wildcard-ssl-certificates/) Learn how to buy wildcard SSL certificate in SiteWorx. [Read more: How to buy wildcard SSL certificate in SiteWorx](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/wildcard-ssl-certificates/) - ## [How to cancel a SSL certificate](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/cancel-an-ssl-certificate-order/) This guide shows you how to cancel or delete an SSL certificate for your hosting service directly within the Nexcess Client Portal (sites-portal.nexcess.com). [Read more: How to cancel a SSL certificate](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/cancel-an-ssl-certificate-order/) - ## [How to generate a CSR in Nexcess Cloud](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/generate-a-csr/) How Nexcess Cloud clients can generate a CSR for use when applying for SSL certificates. [Read more: How to generate a CSR in Nexcess Cloud](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/generate-a-csr/) - ## [How to import SSL certificates in your Nexcess Client Portal](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/store-ssl-certificates/) Learn how to use your Nexcess Client Portal to import your previously purchased SSL certificates. [Read more: How to import SSL certificates in your Nexcess Client Portal](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/store-ssl-certificates/) - ## [How to install SSL certificates in Nexcess Cloud](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/install-ssl-certificates/) Learn how to use the Nexcess Client Portal to install your previously purchased SSL certificate so that it applies to your Nexcess Cloud service. [Read more: How to install SSL certificates in Nexcess Cloud](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/install-ssl-certificates/) - ## [How to renew your SSL certificate](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/ssl-renewals/) With Nexcess website hosting, learn how we help our clients renew their SSL certificates. [Read more: How to renew your SSL certificate](https://docs.nexcess.com/sites-stores/security/ssl/nexcess/ssl-renewals/)