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Automatic SSL Certificates

Free SSL certificates from Let's Encrypt with automatic renewal. HTTPS for all your domains with zero configuration.

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Automatic SSL Certificates Walkthrough

Using Automatic SSL Certificates is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to get started.

1

Add Your Domain

Enter your domain name in the visual domain management interface.

2

DNS Verification

Server Compass automatically verifies your DNS records are pointing correctly.

3

Certificate Issued

A free Let's Encrypt certificate is automatically provisioned and configured.

4

Auto-Renewal

Certificates renew automatically before expiry with zero intervention needed.

The Hard Way

Automatic SSL Certificates vs. The Command Line

Miss the old days? Here's how to do everything Automatic SSL Certificates does... the hard way.

1

SSH into your server

Connect to configure domains.

terminal
ssh root@your-server-ip
2

Install Certbot

Set up Let's Encrypt tooling.

terminal
apt update
apt install certbot python3-certbot-nginx
# Or for standalone:
apt install certbot
3

Configure nginx

Set up reverse proxy manually.

terminal
nano /etc/nginx/sites-available/myapp
# server {
#     listen 80;
#     server_name myapp.com www.myapp.com;
#     location / {
#         proxy_pass http://localhost:3000;
#         proxy_http_version 1.1;
#         proxy_set_header Upgrade $http_upgrade;
#         proxy_set_header Connection 'upgrade';
#         proxy_set_header Host $host;
#         proxy_cache_bypass $http_upgrade;
#     }
# }

ln -s /etc/nginx/sites-available/myapp /etc/nginx/sites-enabled/
nginx -t
systemctl reload nginx

One syntax error = site down.

4

Generate SSL certificate

Run Certbot and cross your fingers.

terminal
certbot --nginx -d myapp.com -d www.myapp.com
# Answer the interactive prompts
# Wait for DNS verification
# Hope it doesn't fail
5

Set up auto-renewal

Don't forget or your cert expires.

terminal
# Test renewal
certbot renew --dry-run

# Add cron job
crontab -e
# 0 12 * * * /usr/bin/certbot renew --quiet

Forget this step and your site shows security warnings in 90 days.

The Easy Way

There's a Better Way

Everything above in one visual interface. Automatic SSL Certificates handles the complexity so you can focus on building.

  • No SSH required
  • Guided workflows
  • Undo support
  • Multi-server management
Download Server Compass$29 • Lifetime license
Capabilities

Automatic SSL Certificates Capabilities

Everything you need for domains & ssl in one integrated tool, replacing complex CLI commands and manual configuration.

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Free SSL certificates from Let's Encrypt
Automatic certificate provisioning on domain add
Zero-configuration HTTPS for all domains
Automatic renewal before certificate expiry
Certificate viewer with issuer and chain details
One-click manual renewal when needed

Benefits of Automatic SSL Certificates

Server management shouldn't require a DevOps team. Automatic SSL Certificates makes professional-grade domains & ssl accessible to everyone.

Automatic HTTPS

Automatic SSL Certificates handles SSL certificate provisioning and renewal automatically via Let's Encrypt.

Instant Propagation

Automatic SSL Certificates verifies DNS settings and configures routing instantly once records are pointing correctly.

Certificate Monitoring

Automatic SSL Certificates tracks certificate expiry and health so you never face an unexpected SSL error.

Zero Downtime Changes

Automatic SSL Certificates applies domain configuration changes without interrupting live traffic.

Automatic SSL Certificates FAQ

Common questions about Automatic SSL Certificates in Server Compass

How do I access Automatic SSL Certificates in Server Compass?

Automatic SSL Certificates is available in the Domains & SSL section of Server Compass. Simply connect to your server, navigate to Domains & SSL, and you'll find Automatic SSL Certificates ready to use. No additional setup or plugins required.

Does Automatic SSL Certificates require any server-side installation?

No. Server Compass operates as a desktop application that connects to your server via SSH. Automatic SSL Certificates works through this connection without installing any agents or packages on your server (except the optional monitoring agent for resource tracking).

Is Automatic SSL Certificates included in all Server Compass plans?

Yes. Every Server Compass feature, including Automatic SSL Certificates, is included with the one-time $29 payment. There are no tier restrictions, add-ons, or per-server fees. You get all 90+ features for all your servers.

Can I use Automatic SSL Certificates with any VPS provider?

Automatic SSL Certificates works with any VPS or dedicated server that supports SSH access and Docker. This includes DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, Linode, AWS EC2, Google Cloud, Azure, and any other provider. It also works with local servers and homelab setups.

What makes Automatic SSL Certificates different from command-line alternatives?

Automatic SSL Certificates provides a visual, intuitive interface that replaces complex CLI commands and configuration files. You get real-time feedback, safety confirmations, and a consistent experience across all your servers without memorizing syntax or writing scripts.

Try Automatic SSL Certificates Today

Download Server Compass and get access to Automatic SSL Certificates along with 89 other features. One-time $29 payment. No subscriptions. No per-server fees.