How to Install a Free SSL Certificate (AutoSSL) in cPanel
An SSL certificate encrypts the connection between your website and visitors, protecting sensitive data and improving SEO rankings. SKPHost provides free SSL certificates through AutoSSL (powered by Let's Encrypt) for all hosting accounts.
What is AutoSSL?
AutoSSL automatically installs and renews SSL certificates for all domains and subdomains in your cPanel account — completely free. There is no manual renewal required.
How to Check SSL Status
- Login to cPanel.
- Under the Security section, click SSL/TLS Status.
- You will see all your domains listed with their SSL status:
- Green padlock – SSL is active.
- Red warning – SSL is not installed or expired.
How to Run AutoSSL
- Go to cPanel → Security → SSL/TLS Status.
- Click Run AutoSSL.
- AutoSSL will automatically install certificates for any domains missing SSL.
- Wait a few minutes and refresh the page to confirm the green padlock appears.
Note: Your domain's DNS must be pointing to SKPHost servers for AutoSSL to work. If you are using Cloudflare or an external DNS, make sure the A record points to your SKPHost server IP.
Forcing HTTPS (Redirect HTTP to HTTPS)
After installing SSL, redirect all HTTP traffic to HTTPS by adding this code to your .htaccess file:
RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTPS} off
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]
Installing a Paid SSL Certificate
If you need a premium SSL certificate (e.g., Wildcard or EV SSL), you can purchase one from SKPHost and install it via cPanel → Security → SSL/TLS → Install and Manage SSL
If you continue to face issues, please open a create a request.
