# SSL Certificate

### What are they?

They are certificates that create a secure connection between you and the website. 

### Are they mandatory?

Certificates are mandatory when dealing with user data and real money transactions. But they are so simple these days to implement that you should always add one. 

### How much do they cost?

Free thanks to Let's Encrypt.

### How can I add one?

 If you are hosted on breezywp.com you can simply add one by following the steps below:

1. First you **MUST** have your website visible on your domain name that you want to add an SSL certificate to. If you cannot see it on "*<http://yourdomain.com>*" it will not be able to verify your ownership and will **FAIL**.
2. Navigate to your website on Breezywp.com -> Server -> Website
3. Click install SSL&#x20;

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4. 99.9% of people should choose **Automated.** If you are using cloudlfare or bringing your own custom SSL then you can choose custom.
5. Click Install and give the application around 3-5min to request and install your SSL certificate for you.&#x20;

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