How to Fix SSL Issues on Your WordPress Website (Webuzo - Khichdi One Digital Hosting)

How to Fix SSL Issues on Your WordPress Website (Webuzo - Khichdi One Digital Hosting)

Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) ensures encrypted communication between your website and users. If you are facing SSL issues on your WordPress website hosted with Khichdi One Digital Hosting using Webuzo, follow this guide to troubleshoot and fix them.

1. Check SSL Certificate Installation

  1. Log in to Webuzo Control Panel (https://yourdomain.com:2002).

  2. Navigate to SSL Certificates under the Security section.

  3. Check if an SSL certificate is installed for your domain:

    • If not installed, click Install SSL Certificate.

    • Choose Let's Encrypt (Free SSL) or upload a purchased SSL certificate.

    • Click Install and wait for confirmation.

2. Force HTTPS in WordPress Settings

  1. Log in to your WordPress Dashboard (https://yourdomain.com/wp-admin).

  2. Navigate to Settings > General.

  3. Update the following fields:

  4. Save changes and reload your site.

3. Update .htaccess for HTTPS Redirect

  1. Access File Manager in Webuzo or connect via FTP.

  2. Open the .htaccess file in your website’s root directory.

  3. Add the following lines at the top:

    RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTPS} !=on
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]

  4. Save changes and refresh your site.

4. Fix Mixed Content Issues

  1. Install the Really Simple SSL plugin in WordPress.

  2. Activate the plugin and let it automatically fix insecure content.

  3. If errors persist, check your theme and plugins for HTTP assets and update them to HTTPS.

5. Clear Cache & Update DNS

  • Clear browser cache and test your website in incognito mode.

  • If using Cloudflare or a CDN, make sure SSL is enabled in the Cloudflare settings.

  • Ensure your domain’s A record points to the correct IP in Webuzo DNS settings.

6. Verify SSL Expiry & Auto-Renewal

  • In Webuzo > SSL Certificates, check the expiry date of your SSL certificate.

  • If expired, renew it manually or enable auto-renewal in Let's Encrypt settings.

7. Contact Support If Issue Persists

If SSL errors still appear, reach out to Khichdi One Digital Hosting Support with details of the issue and error messages.

By following these steps, you can resolve most SSL-related problems on your WordPress website. Keeping your SSL active ensures security and trust for your visitors.