How to Generate Certificate Signing Request on cPanel 11

cPanel's SSL/TLS functions are handled by the SSL/TLS Manager module. This area will allow you to generate: SSL certificates, signing requests, and keys. These are all critical parts of using SSL to secure your website.

The first step in generating an SSL certificate is to create a Private Key. Start by reading the instructions in the Private Keys (KEY) section below.

Step 1: Private Keys (KEY)

• Click on the Generate, view, upload, or delete your private keys
• When the page loads, scroll to the bottom and you will see the Generate a New Key section.
  Enter the domain you want to create an SSL Certificate in the Host text box or you can select the domain from the Select a Domain drop down menu.
• Click on the Generate button.
• Click on Return to SSL Manager.
• When the page loads, click on the Go Back link. This will take you to the main SSL/TLS Manager page.

Step 2: Certificate Signing Requests (CSR)

• Click on Generate, view, or delete SSL Certificate signing requests
• When the page loads, set the following:
  • Host - Select the domain name from the drop down menu.
  • Country - Enter your two-digit country code.
  • State - Enter your two-digit state abbreviation.
  • City - Enter your city's name.
  • Company Division - Enter your company's division.
  • Email - Enter your email address.
  • Pass Phrase - Enter any phrase you want to use for the pass phrase.
• Click on the Generate button. (You will now be e-mailed a copy of your CSR.)
• Click on Go Back

Congratulations you now have a CSR and Private Key ready to use.