# Free SSL Setup in CyberPanel

https://bihostnet.com/en/knowledgebase/article/cyberpanel-free-ssl-setup

## Why SSL is Required

SSL encrypts connections via HTTPS. Browsers mark non-SSL sites as "Not Secure" and Google prioritizes HTTPS sites in rankings.

## Installing SSL in CyberPanel

1. Log in to CyberPanel (`https://server-ip:8090`)
2. Go to **Websites → List Websites**
3. Click **Manage** next to your domain
4. Click **Issue SSL**
5. A "SSL issued successfully" message appears in seconds

## Prerequisites

- Domain A record must point to your server IP
- DNS must have propagated (24-48 hours)
- Ports 80 and 443 must be open