How to Set Up HTTPS on Your Tilda Website
Enabling HTTPS on your Tilda website is a crucial step to ensure the security of your visitors' data and to increase trust in your site. In this article, we will explain how to set up HTTPS on Tilda.
Why is HTTPS Important?
HTTPS (HyperText Transfer Protocol Secure) encrypts the data transmitted between your site and its users. This protects the information from being intercepted and boosts confidence in your site. Websites with HTTPS also receive a higher priority in search engine results.
Step 1: Connecting Your Domain
Before setting up HTTPS, make sure that your domain is connected to Tilda. If you don’t have your own domain yet, you can purchase one from any domain registrar, such as GoDaddy or Namecheap.
How to connect your domain to Tilda:
- Go to the settings of your Tilda project.
- Select the "Domains" tab.
- Enter your domain name and follow the instructions to connect it.
Step 2: Setting Up HTTPS
Once your domain is connected, you can proceed with setting up HTTPS.
How to set up HTTPS on Tilda:
- Go to your project settings.
- Select the "SEO" tab.
- Click the "Set up HTTPS" button.
Tilda will automatically create an SSL certificate for your domain, and HTTPS will be activated. This process may take up to 24 hours.
Step 3: Checking the Setup
After HTTPS is activated, it’s important to ensure that everything is working correctly.
How to check the setup:
- Open your website in a browser and check that the address bar displays a green lock and the "https://" prefix.
- Use online tools to check the SSL certificate, such as SSL Labs.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- What to do if HTTPS doesn’t activate?
- Ensure your domain is correctly connected to Tilda and your DNS records are properly configured.
- Wait up to 24 hours, as activation can take time.
- How to update the SSL certificate?
- Tilda automatically updates SSL certificates; you do not need to do it manually.
- Can I use my own SSL certificate?
- No, Tilda uses automatic creation and renewal of SSL certificates through Let’s Encrypt.
Conclusion
Setting up HTTPS on Tilda is a simple yet essential step to enhance security and trust for your website. Follow the instructions above to connect HTTPS and ensure the protection of your users' data.
Now you know how to set up HTTPS on Tilda, making your website more secure and appealing to visitors.
