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To install an SSL certificate on cPanel, follow these steps:

1. Generate a CSR (Certificate Signing Request):

   • Click on "Generate" to create the CSR.
   • Copy the CSR text and submit it to your SSL certificate provider.

2. Install a private key:

   • Log in to cPanel and open the SSL/TLS tool:                                                             
   • Under "Private Keys (KEY)", click on "Generate, view, upload, or delete your private keys".
   • Upload the private key by pasting the key text or browsing for the .key file on your computer.
   • Click on "Go Back" and return to the SSL/TLS page.

3. Install the certificate and activate SSL:

   • Under "Certificates (CRT)", click on "Generate, view, upload, or delete SSL certificates".
   • Upload the certificate by pasting the certificate text or browsing for the .crt file on your computer.
   • Go back to the SSL/TLS page and click on "Manage SSL sites" under "Install and Manage SSL for your site (HTTPS)".
   • Select the certificate you want to use and click on "Use Certificate".
   • Choose the domain you want to secure with the certificate from the Domain list.
   • If required, paste the CA bundle under "Certificate Authority Bundle (CABUNDLE)".
   • Click on "Install Certificate" to complete the installation process.

Once the installation is complete, you will receive a message confirming the successful installation of the SSL certificate. You can now securely access your website using the "https://" prefix in a web browser.

Remember to keep your passphrase and private key secure, as they are essential for managing your SSL certificate.