After installing an SSL certificate, you might see mixed content warnings, redirect loops, or your site still shows as “Not Secure”. Here’s how to fix SSL issues in WordPress.
Step 1: Install a Valid SSL Certificate
Your SSL certificate must be valid and installed on your server. You can get a free one via Let’s Encrypt or your hosting provider.
Step 2: Force HTTPS in WordPress
Add these to wp-config.php to force all traffic to HTTPS:
- define( ‘FORCE_SSL_ADMIN’, true );
Step 3: Fix the Site and Home URLs
Go to Settings > General and change both the WordPress Address and Site Address URLs from http:// to https://.
Step 4: Fix Mixed Content Warnings
Mixed content happens when pages load over HTTPS but resources load over HTTP. Use a plugin like Really Simple SSL to auto-fix, or update image and link URLs.
Step 5: Fix SSL Redirect Loops
Redirect loops usually mean your .htaccess has conflicting HTTPS rules. Check your .htaccess or use a security plugin’s HTTPS enforcement.
Step 6: Update Hardcoded URLs
Search your database and content for http:// URLs and update them to https://.
Step 7: Clear Caches
Clear your browser, caching plugin, and CDN caches after making SSL changes so visitors see the updated version.
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