How do I install Let's Encrypt free SSL?

An SSH client is required for this article; in this guide we use PuTTY.You can find the credentials (IP address and root password) in the email you received after ordering the VPS.

1. Log in to the SSH of your VPS (this does not work with a Windows VPS.)

If you don't know how to do this, you can find a guide here.

2. Use the following commands to install Let's Encrypt.

sudo apt update && sudo apt install -y certbot

3. Use the following command to create an SSL certificate for your domain.

Replace "MIJNDOMEIN" with your own domain.

service nginx stop && service apache2 stop && certbot certonly -d MIJNDOMEIN && service nginx start

4. Then enter 1 for the first option, A for the second option and N for the third option:

With this article you should have been able to create an SSL certificate on your VPS/Dedicated Server. If you still didn't manage to do so, our staff is happy to help you: Contact us