In order to use the SSL feature your site must have it's own static (dedicated) IP address. If you don't have a dedicated IP address, you will get an error message when you access the SSL menu:
Could not execute your request
Details: You are not allowed to modify your SSL
Contact your web host for information on obtaining a dedicated IP address. Please note that some web hosts don't offer dedicated IP's, and hosts that do usually charge extra for this feature.
Why do I need an owned IP address?
Triple DES certificates don't work through DirectAdmin.
Server's Shared and Self-Signed Certificates
You may use the server's built-in certificate or generate a self-signed certificate free of charge. The requirements are:
- a dedicated IP address
- SSL access (ask your web host to enable the feature if they haven't already)
- an understanding of non-trusted certificates (see the sections on shared and self-signed certificates below)
Purchased Certificates
Purchased certificates require:
- a dedicated IP address
- SSL access (ask your web host to enable the feature if they haven't already)
- an understanding of purchasing/installing trusted certificates (see the section on purchased certificates below)
