How to Generate Origin Server SSL Certificates

Origin SSL Certificate

Origin Server Certificate

VergeCloud allows you to generate free SSL certificates for your origin servers, helping secure connections between VergeCloud’s edge and your web infrastructure. These certificates are ideal for HTTPS communication from edge to origin without requiring you to purchase third-party certificates.

Warning

Certificates are valid for 90 days. They are auto-renewed by VergeCloud, but you must download and update them manually on your servers.

Steps to Generate an Origin Server Certificate

  1. Navigate to the Origin Certificate Section
    • Go to the Domains section in your VergeCloud dashboard.
    • Select the desired domain.
    • In the menu, go to SSL/TLS → Origin Server.
  2. Request the Certificate
    • Click Request Certificate.
    • The certificate will be issued for the domain and its wildcard version (e.g., example.com  and *.example.com).
  3. Wait for Issuance
    • Status will show Issuing initially.
    • Once ready, the status changes to Active.
  4. View and Copy the Certificate
    • Click View Certificate.
    • A modal opens with two sections: Public Certificate and Private Key.
  5. View and Copy the Private Key
    • Click View Private Key to reveal and copy it.
    • Note: You can only copy the private key once. After closing the modal, it cannot be accessed again.
  6. Install on Your Server

Considerations:

Private Key Security: Store your private key securely. VergeCloud does not allow re-access after viewing.
Validity Period: Certificates are valid for 90 days. They are auto-renewed by VergeCloud, but you must download and update them manually on your servers.
Monthly Limit: A maximum of 3 origin certificates can be requested per month.

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