In today’s digital age, website security is of utmost importance. One way to secure your website and protect sensitive information is by installing an SSL certificate. An SSL certificate encrypts data transmitted between a user’s browser and your website, ensuring that information such as login credentials, payment details, and personal information remains secure.
Bluehost is a popular web hosting provider that offers an easy way to install an SSL certificate through its cPanel interface. However, there may be instances where you need to uninstall or manually install an SSL certificate on Bluehost. Whether you’re looking to replace an expired certificate, switch to a different type of SSL certificate, or troubleshoot SSL issues, this guide will walk you through the steps to uninstall and install an SSL certificate manually on Bluehost cPanel.
Uninstalling an SSL Certificate on Bluehost cPanel:
Before uninstalling an SSL certificate, it’s essential to create a backup of your website files and database to prevent any data loss. Once you’ve backed up your website, follow these steps to uninstall an SSL certificate on Bluehost cPanel:
1. Log in to your Bluehost account and navigate to the cPanel dashboard.
2. Scroll down to the ‘Security’ section and click on ‘SSL/TLS.’
3. Under the ‘Install and Manage SSL for your site (HTTPS)’ section, locate the domain for which you want to uninstall the SSL certificate.
4. Click on the ‘Manage SSL sites’ option next to the domain name.
5. Scroll down to the ‘Installed SSL websites’ section and find the SSL certificate you want to uninstall.
6. Click on the ‘Delete’ button next to the SSL certificate to remove it from your domain.
7. Confirm the deletion when prompted.
8. Once the SSL certificate has been successfully uninstalled, you can verify that your website is no longer using HTTPS by accessing it through a web browser.
Installing an SSL Certificate Manually on Bluehost cPanel:
If you need to install an SSL certificate manually on Bluehost cPanel, follow these steps:
1. Purchase an SSL certificate from a trusted Certificate Authority (CA) or obtain a free SSL certificate from Let’s Encrypt.
2. Log in to your Bluehost account and navigate to the cPanel dashboard.
3. Scroll down to the ‘Security’ section and click on ‘SSL/TLS.’
4. Under the ‘Install and Manage SSL for your site (HTTPS)’ section, click on the ‘Manage SSL sites’ option.
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