How to Enable https on Wordpress
- George Apostolov
How to Enable https on Wordpress: step-by-step guide
Log in to your WordPress dashboard and click on Plugins.
Search for SSL.
Look for Really Simple SSL. Click Install, then Activate.
Click Activate SSL.
There are a number of options that will that you can enable depending on if the setup worked.
After following these steps, your WordPress site should be securely running over HTTPS.
Quick answer: To enable HTTPS on your WordPress site, log in to your dashboard, navigate to Plugins, and search for SSL. Install and activate the Really Simple SSL plugin, then click Activate SSL. Configure any additional available setup options as needed to secure your site.
About this WordPress tutorial
Secure your WordPress website with HTTPS by installing and activating the Really Simple SSL plugin directly from your dashboard. This guide shows how to enable https on Wordpress in 6 steps, starting with "Log in to your WordPress dashboard and click on Plugins" and finishing with "After following these steps, your WordPress site should be securely running over HTTPS". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to enable https on Wordpress?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to Export Blog Posts from Wordpress, How to Export Wordpress Media Library and How to Export Wordpress Site. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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