Want to make your website secure with a padlock icon in the browser? This beginner-friendly guide from Essex Web Hosts shows you how to enforce HTTPS in cPanel to protect your site and visitors. No technical skills needed—just follow our simple steps to enable HTTPS in minutes! Quick Tip: You don’t need to be tech-savvy to follow this. We’ve kept it beginner-friendly and jargon-free. What's Inside ✅ Logging into your cPanel ✅ Checking your SSL certificate ✅ Enabling HTTPS redirect ✅ Testing your HTTPS setup ✅ Keeping your site secure Step-by-Step Instructions Step Screenshot 1. Log in to cPanel Visit essexwebhosts.com/clientarea.php and sign in with your email and password. Find your hosting package and click “Login to cPanel” to start forcing HTTPS cPanel Essex Web Hosts. 2. Check Your SSL Certificate In cPanel, scroll to the “Security” section and click “SSL/TLS.” Ensure your website has an active SSL certificate (included free with Essex Web Hosts plans). This is key to enabling HTTPS website cPanel. 3. Enable HTTPS Redirect Go to “Domains” in cPanel and find your website’s domain. Toggle the “Force HTTPS Redirect” option to “On.” This ensures all visitors use HTTPS for a secure website HTTPS setup. 4. Test Your HTTPS Setup Open your website in a browser (e.g., Chrome) and check for a padlock icon in the address bar. Type “http://” before your domain if it redirects to “https://”, your setup is working! Follow this cPanel SSL redirect guide. 5. Keep Your Site Secure Regularly check your SSL status in cPanel and renew certificates as needed. For help, contact our 24/7 support via the Support Hub for Essex Web Hosts HTTPS configuration. Frequently Asked Questions Why should I enforce HTTPS on my website? Enforcing HTTPS ensures all data between your website and visitors is encrypted, boosting security and trust. Do I need technical skills to force HTTPS in cPanel? No! Our guide is designed for beginners, and you can enable HTTPS with a few clicks in cPanel. How long does it take to enforce HTTPS? With Essex Web Hosts, you can enforce HTTPS in about 5-10 minutes following our steps. Does enforcing HTTPS affect my website’s speed? No, modern HTTPS is fast and won’t slow down your site. It may even improve SEO rankings! Final Tips from Essex Web Hosts Check your HTTPS setup monthly to ensure it’s active. Use a strong password for your cPanel account to enhance security. Contact our 24/7 support if you run into issues or need help. Explore our hosting plans for more security features. Need Help? Contact Essex Web Hosts Support