How To Generate CSR in Plesk

This article provides step-by-step instructions on how to generate a Certificate Signing Request (CSR) using Plesk for SSL certificate requests. 

 

Generate a CSR in Plesk 

Follow these steps to generate a CSR in Plesk: 

1. Log in to your Plesk.  
2. Go to Websites & Domains.  
3. Click the domain that you want to manage to see more options. 
4. Click the Dashboard tab and go to Security section. 
5. Click SSL/TLS Certificates. 
6. In the Download or remove existing certificate section, click on Manage. 
7. On the next page, click on Add SSL/TLS Certificate. 
8. Enter the required details: 
   • Certificate name: Name your certificate to find it later. 
   • Bits: Select 2048 or as required by your SSL Certificate provider. 
   • Country: Select the country from the dropdown list. 
   • State or province: Enter the state or province. 
   • Location (city): Enter the city where your organization is located. 
   • Organization name (company): Enter your organization name (or your name for personal use). 
   • Organization department or division name: Enter the department name (optional). 
   • Domain name: Enter the fully qualified domain name (e.g., example.com or www.example.com).  
   • Email: Enter a valid email address.  
      
9. Click Request. 

 

Copy your CSR 

After generating the CSR, you need to copy it for use during SSL certificate purchase. 

1. Locate the newly created CSR in the list.  
2. Click on the certificate name. 
3. Scroll down to see the CSR. 
4. Copy the CSR block, including:
   
   -----BEGIN CERTIFICATE REQUEST-----
-----END CERTIFICATE REQUEST-----  

 

The Private Key 

The Private Key is automatically generated along with the CSR and stored in your Plesk account.  

• The Private Key must be kept secure and must not be shared with anyone.  
• Do not delete the Private Key, as it is required for SSL certificate installation.  
• If the Private Key is lost or removed, you must generate a new CSR and request reissuance of the SSL certificate.