Summary
Sometimes SSL is installed correctly, but browsers still show warnings due to mixed content or missing redirects.
Step 1: Force HTTPS Redirect
Method A: cPanel (if available)
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Use “Domains → Force HTTPS Redirect” (if your cPanel has it)
Method B: .htaccess (Apache)
In your website root, add:
RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTPS} !=on
RewriteRule ^ https://%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]
Step 2: Fix Mixed Content
Mixed content means your site loads http images/scripts while page is https.
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Update your website settings to use
https:// -
In WordPress:
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Settings → General → set WordPress Address + Site Address to
https:// -
Replace old URLs inside content (use a safe search/replace plugin)
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Step 3: Clear Cache
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Clear browser cache
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Clear plugin cache / CDN cache (if used)
