SSL certificate installation

[WillyK]

Am facing a challenge securing my Qlik url using SSL certificate

[Chip_Matejowsky]

Hi @WillyK,

Can you please elaborate on the issue you are facing?  What error(s) is returned?  Are you attempting to replace the default cert with a third party certificate?  We need more information from you in order to help.  Thanks!

Best Regards

[WillyK]

Am installing an SSL certificate under the QMC proxy setting by pasting the thumbprint text file and the url still show site not secure,attached sample of the issue

[Chip_Matejowsky · Accepted solution]

Have a look at the following Qlik articles regarding use of a third-party cert:

• How to change the certificate used by the Qlik Sense Proxy to a custom third party certificate
• Requirements for configuring Qlik Sense with SSL
• Qlik Sense: Compatibility information for third-party SSL certificates to use with HUB/QMC

Best Regards

[nitubisht]

If you’re looking to install an SSL certificate on your website, you’re making a great move SSL encrypts data between your site and visitors, builds trust, and boosts SEO.

Here’s a simple step-by-step to get you going:

Step 1: Purchase or Generate a Free SSL Certificate

• You can buy an SSL certificate from providers like SSL2BUY, GoDaddy, Namecheap, or DigiCert.
• Alternatively, go with Let’s Encrypt—it’s free and trusted.

Step 2: Generate a CSR (Certificate Signing Request)

• You’ll usually generate this from your hosting panel (like cPanel or Plesk).
• It includes your domain info and a public key.
• Once generated, submit it to your SSL provider.

Step 3: Download the SSL Certificate Files

• After your request is verified, the provider will give you a .crt file (and sometimes a CA bundle).

Step 4: Install the Certificate on Your Server

• For cPanel: Go to SSL/TLS > Manage SSL Sites > Install. Paste the cert and CA bundle.
• For Apache: Place the files on the server, then update your httpd.conf or ssl.conf.
• For Nginx: Update the .conf file with the cert and private key paths.

Step 5: Force HTTPS (Optional but Recommended)

• Redirect all traffic to HTTPS using .htaccess, or in your server config.

Step 6: Test Your Installation

• Use tools like https://www.ssl2buy.com/wiki/ssl-installation-checker to test and confirm everything is secure.