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Someshwaran Mohankumar
Someshwaran Mohankumar

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Secure Your Site Without Breaking the Bank: A CertBot & Apache Guide for Beginners

Hey DEV community!

Want to add that secure lock πŸ” to your website and build trust with your visitors, but worried about expensive certificates? I'm here to tell you HTTPS doesn't have to break the bank!

I recently wrote a 🚢 step-by-step 🚢 guide on setting up a free SSL certificate with CertBot and Apache - perfect for beginners or anyone who wants a straightforward approach.

What you'll learn:

  • How to grab a free certificate from Let's Encrypt using the convenient certbot tool.
  • Easy configuration steps for Apache on your Linux server.
  • No coding required - just follow the instructions and you're good to go!
  • Bonus tips on maintaining your certificate and keeping your site secure.

🎯 Check out the full guide here: https://link.medium.com/zf9O0P6ChHb

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