Securing Your Website with HTTPS on Hostinger
If you want to boost your website’s security and trustworthiness, activating SSL (Secure Socket Layer) is a crucial step. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the exact steps to enable SSL on your Hostinger account.
Step 1: Log into Your Hostinger Dashboard
Begin by logging into your Hostinger account. Once you’re inside the dashboard, navigate to the Website section.
Step 2: Select Your Site
In the website management area, select the site where you want to activate SSL.
Step 3: Access the SSL Management Panel
On the web page management page, look for the SSL option in the sidebar and click on it. This will open the SSL management panel.
Free SSL Certificates
Hostinger offers free SSL certificates for most plans. If you see an Activate button next to your domain, click it to enable the free SSL certificate.
Step 4: Automatic SSL Installation
Hostinger will automatically install the SSL for you, which means there’s no need for manual file uploads. This setup typically takes a few minutes to complete, during which Hostinger will link the certificate to your domain.
Checking SSL Activation
You can refresh the page after a while to check if the SSL is active.
Step 5: Force HTTPS
Once the SSL is active, locate the Force HTTPS toggle and enable it. This setting will automatically redirect all traffic from HTTP to HTTPS, ensuring that your visitors always land on the secure version of your site.
Step 6: Verify HTTPS
Visit your website to confirm that the padlock icon appears in the address bar. If it doesn’t, try clearing your browser cache or wait a bit longer for the SSL to fully propagate.
Addressing Mixed Content Issues
In some cases, you may find that certain elements still load over HTTP. To resolve this, use Hostinger’s SSL page to scan for mixed content. You can update old links manually or simplify the process with a WordPress plugin like Really Simple SSL.
Conclusion
By following these steps, you can easily secure your website with HTTPS on Hostinger. If you found this guide helpful, please give it a thumbs up. Thank you for watching!
