HTTPS protects communication between a browser and the server it connects to using TLS. It limits interception and modification of data in transit. This is useful for public pages as well as forms and signed-in areas.
A valid certificate lets the browser check the server's identity for the requested name. It does not guarantee that the website's content is trustworthy, that its application has no vulnerabilities or that data stored on the server is encrypted.
SSL included with your Nuagerie service
Nuagerie provides free SSL for its services that need or support it, including compatible cloud and application environments. Installation is automatic with classic web hosting. On other platforms, installation and renewal depend on the service and its configuration.
You can use your own certificate on our classic web hosting. Do not assume that every cloud platform allows the same certificate uploads or automation: the available options depend on the plan and access, among other factors.
Check the certificate and renewal process
- Covered names: check every address used, including variants with and without www and any required subdomains.
- Validity: the certificate must be valid, trusted by the intended browsers and served with the required intermediate chain.
- Renewal: confirm the method, responsible person and handling of failures. Configured automation must still be able to complete domain validation.
If available in your cPanel interface, SSL/TLS Status shows certificate status. After DNS changes, a site move or a proxy change, have issuance and renewal requirements checked again.
Move the application to HTTPS
- Keep a recoverable backup of files, the database and configuration before changing addresses or redirects.
- Test the HTTPS address before forcing HTTP traffic to redirect.
- Configure application addresses and redirection using the tools appropriate to the service. If a CDN or proxy is involved, also check its connection to the origin server to avoid loops or an unencrypted connection.
- Correct mixed content: an HTTPS page can still request images, scripts or other resources over HTTP. Check their availability over HTTPS and update the references in the application.
- Test important pages, forms, sign-in and integrations, then check errors reported by the browser.
Free or commercial certificate?
A trusted free certificate can establish HTTPS for a business website. SAN and wildcard certificates are also available free of charge; these coverage patterns are not automatically paid options. Read Choose an SSL/TLS certificate for your domain names to distinguish name coverage from organization validation.
A commercial certificate can be assessed on request for a specific requirement, such as OV/EV validation, a mandated certificate authority or particular management arrangements. Being paid does not, by itself, provide stronger encryption or an SEO advantage.
Keep supported TLS settings. If a warning appears, follow What to do when a certificate warning appears instead of asking visitors to ignore it. To plan the change, contact the team through the support page or your usual support channel and identify the domains and any intermediary services involved.