Can Webflow provide the CSR (Certificate Signing Request) needed by GoDaddy for setup?

Published on
September 22, 2023

Yes, Webflow can provide the CSR (Certificate Signing Request) needed for setting up an SSL certificate with GoDaddy. Here's how you can obtain the CSR through Webflow:

  1. Login to your Webflow account and navigate to the Project Settings of the specific website you want to secure with an SSL certificate.
  2. In the Project Settings, click on the "Hosting" tab.
  3. Under the "SSL" section, toggle the switch to enable SSL for your website.
  4. Once enabled, you will see an input field labeled "CSR." Here, you can either generate a new CSR or paste an existing one.
  5. To generate a new CSR, click on the "Generate a new SSL CSR" button. Webflow will then generate a unique CSR for your website.
  6. Copy the generated CSR and proceed to your GoDaddy account to set up the SSL certificate.

To set up the SSL certificate on GoDaddy using the CSR obtained from Webflow, follow these steps:

  1. Login to your GoDaddy account and navigate to the SSL certificate section.
  2. Choose the option to set up a new certificate and select the certificate type that suits your needs.
  3. During the setup process, you will reach a step where you need to provide the CSR. Paste the CSR that you copied from Webflow into the designated field.
  4. Complete any other required steps in the SSL setup process, such as verifying domain ownership or providing additional information.
  5. After successfully completing the setup, GoDaddy will issue the SSL certificate, which you can then download and install on your Webflow website.

By following these steps, you can obtain the CSR from Webflow and use it to set up an SSL certificate with GoDaddy, ensuring a secure and encrypted connection for your website visitors.

Additional Questions:

  1. How do I enable SSL for my website in Webflow?
  2. Can I use a CSR generated by another platform or hosting provider in Webflow?
  3. What is the purpose of an SSL certificate, and why is it important for website security?