How to configure SNI / SSL in cPanel?

By Nikita Gupta

Question:

What is SNI and how to configure SNI in WHM / cPanel to support multiple SSL certificates hosting on single IP address?

Answer:

The dedicated IP address is the primary requirement for SSL certificate hosting. This IP address cost is typically being passed down to the end user. Hosting companies may charge $1 or $2 per month for a single dedicated IP address.

SNI (Server Name Indicator) is able to challenge this paradigm and let you host multiple SSL certificates on single IP address. SNI will indicate what hostname you’re connecting to at the start of server and browser handshake. Now you can install own SSL certificate without dedicated IP address on a website hosted on shared IP.

You should have WHM 11.38 or later version to enable SNI feature. Previous versions do not support this SNI feature.

About the Author

Nikita Gupta

Nikita Gupta is a seasoned professional with a master's degree in Computer Applications. She brings over 10 years of profound experience to the realm of technology. Her exceptional expertise spans software security, data security, and mastery in SSL/TLS. When it comes to cutting-edge solutions for securing digital assets, Nikita is a dedicated pro.

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