SSL Certificates

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Can I Point An A Record To A Package And Get The Free SSL Certificate?

Last Updated: 27 October 2025

Unfortunately not. To be able to apply the free SSL certificate, your site(s) need to use the AeroWave Hosting nameservers. This is because the SSL certificates are installed locally to the AeroWave Hosting platform.

Free SSL vs Paid SSL – What’s the Difference?

Last Updated: 2 September 2025

When setting up a website, one of the decisions you might face is whether to stick with the free SSL certificate included with your AeroWave hosting plan, or purchase a paid one from a certificate authority. Both options offer encryption, but there are a few key differences depending on what your website needs. What They...

How to Install an SSL Certificate on AeroWave

Last Updated: 2 September 2025

Installing an SSL certificate on your AeroWave hosting account is straightforward, especially since we provide free SSL certificates via Let’s Encrypt that are automatically installed and renewed. However, if you need to install a custom or premium SSL certificate, follow the steps below. Option 1. Using AeroWave’s Automatic Let’s Encrypt SSL Option 2. Installing A...

How to Renew Your SSL Certificate

Last Updated: 2 September 2025

SSL certificates help keep your website secure and trusted by visitors. If one expires, your site may show security warnings or stop loading over HTTPS. Here’s how to make sure your SSL stays active and working as expected. If You’re Using AeroWave’s Free SSL Good news – There’s nothing you need to do. We automatically...

What Is an SSL Certificate and Why Does It Matter?

Last Updated: 2 September 2025

An SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) certificate is a small data file that digitally binds a cryptographic key to a website’s details. When installed on a web server, it activates the padlock and the “https://” protocol in the browser. SSL certificates: Why Does SSL Matter? How AeroWave Helps All AeroWave hosting plans include free SSL certificates...

Why Is My SSL Certificate Not Working?

Last Updated: 2 September 2025

If your website still shows as “Not Secure” or doesn’t load over HTTPS, there could be a few common reasons why your SSL certificate isn’t working properly. Don’t worry, most of these issues are easy to fix. 1. The SSL Certificate Hasn’t Been Installed First, check if an SSL certificate is actually installed on your...

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