Creating a personalized CSR and private key in Plesk is a straightforward process. Simply provide specific details about your domain to a certification authority, and they will issue a certificate for you.
How to Generate CSR and Private Key in Plesk:
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Log in to your Plesk account.
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Go to "Websites & Domains" and then click "SSL/TLS Certificates."
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Select Advanced Settings.
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Continue by selecting Add SSL/TLS Certificate.
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Enter a name for your SSL certificate in the Certificate name field. Provide the necessary details in the form, following the displayed screenshot. After completing the information, click on the Request button.
Select your SSL certificate.
Scroll down to view the generated CSR and Private key. They will appear as follows:
You have the option to choose a Self-Signed certificate, allowing you to verify your site's identity. However, it is not recommended, as self-signed certificates are not deemed secure, leading users to question the authenticity of the website.