SSL Check FAQ
Common questions about SSL certificate checking
Steps to Check SSL
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Step 1: Open Browser
Navigate to the website you want to check
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Step 2: Click Padlock
Click the padlock icon in the address bar
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Step 3: View Certificate
Click "Certificate" or "Connection is secure" to view details
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Step 4: Check Details
Verify the certificate is valid and not expired
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Step 5: Verify Chain
Ensure the certificate chain is complete
Checking Methods
Browser Check
Use your browser built-in certificate viewer
Command Line
Use OpenSSL command line tools
Online Tools
Use our free SSL checker tool
OCSP Check
Check certificate revocation status via OCSP
Tips
- Always check the full certificate chain
- Verify the certificate matches the domain
- Check the expiration date
- Look for intermediate certificate issues
- Use multiple browsers to verify
Common Issues
Certificate Not Trusted
The certificate may be self-signed or the CA is not trusted
Expired Certificate
Renew the certificate before it expires
Name Mismatch
The certificate domain does not match the website domain