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How SSL certificate renewal works in CHPanel

SSL certificates have an expiry date, but on BPHOST you never renew them by hand: CHPanel renews every Let's Encrypt certificate automatically, well before it runs out.…

How to enable two-factor authentication on your account

Two-factor authentication (2FA) adds a second step to login — a code from your phone — so even if someone learns your password, they still cannot get in. BPHOST has two…

How to fix common SSL errors

SSL errors look alarming but are usually quick to resolve. Here are the common ones and where to fix them in CHPanel. Certificate not yet issued New site or newly added…

How to fix mixed content warnings

A mixed content warning means your page loads over https but still pulls some items (images, scripts, stylesheets) over insecure http. The padlock then shows a warning.…

How to force your site to use HTTPS

Once your SSL certificate is active, redirect visitors from http to https so everyone gets the secure version of your site. WordPress sites In WordPress, go to Settings…

How to install a free SSL certificate

An SSL certificate adds the padlock and https:// to your site, encrypting traffic and building trust. Every BPHOST hosting account includes free Let's Encrypt…

How to protect your website from hackers

Most hacks are automated and target easy, well-known weaknesses. Close those and you are far safer — and CHPanel gives you a few tools to help. The basics that stop most…

What is a wildcard SSL certificate

A wildcard SSL certificate secures a domain and all of its subdomains with a single certificate — for example *.yourdomain.co.za covers blog., shop., mail. and any other…

What is an SSL certificate and why you need one

An SSL certificate encrypts the connection between your website and your visitors, shown by https:// and the padlock in the address bar. Why it matters Security —…

Why keeping your software updated matters

Outdated software is the number-one cause of hacked websites. Updates are not just new features — they patch security holes that attackers actively scan for. What to…