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Activate an SSL

Updated 2 July 2026

After installing an SSL certificate, WordPress must serve pages over HTTPS.

  1. Install the certificate via your host or Let's Encrypt.
  2. Update WordPress URLs to https:// under Settings > General.
  3. Force HTTPS via plugin, .htaccess, or hosting settings.
  4. Fix mixed content warnings (images or scripts still loading over HTTP).

See SSL Certificates for background on certificate types.