Apache Configuration and SSL Setup

Step 1: Test Apache Configuration

Before making any changes, it's a good practice to test your Apache configuration to ensure there are no errors.

1. Open your terminal or SSH into your server.
2. Run the following command to test your Apache configuration:

   sudo apachectl configtest

3. Look for the output. If it says Syntax OK, your configuration is correct. If there are errors, the output will describe the issues that need to be fixed.

Step 2: Install Certbot

Certbot is a tool that automates the process of obtaining and renewing SSL certificates from Let's Encrypt.

1. Update your package list:

   sudo apt update

2. Install Certbot and the Apache plugin:

   sudo apt install certbot python3-certbot-apache

Step 3: Obtain an SSL Certificate

Use Certbot to obtain an SSL certificate for your domain and configure Apache to use it.

1. Run the following command, replacing luxyaragroup.io with your actual domain name:

   sudo certbot --apache -d luxyaragroup.io

2. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process. You will need to provide your email address and agree to the terms of service.
3. Certbot will automatically configure Apache to use the new SSL certificate.

Step 4: Verify SSL Certificate

Check that your website is now using the SSL certificate and is accessible via HTTPS.

1. Open your web browser and go to https://luxyaragroup.io.
2. Look for the padlock icon in the address bar, indicating that the connection is secure.

Step 5: Set Up Auto-Renewal

Let's Encrypt certificates are valid for 90 days, but Certbot can automatically renew them for you.

1. Verify that the auto-renewal process is working by running:

   sudo certbot renew --dry-run

2. If there are no errors, Certbot will automatically renew your certificates when necessary.

Summary

By following these steps, you've tested your Apache configuration, installed Certbot, obtained an SSL certificate for your domain, verified the setup, and ensured automatic renewal of the certificate.