SSL Complete Guide 2021: HTTP to HTTPS - Let's Encrypt and Certbot Overview

The video tutorial provides an overview of Let's Encrypt, a service offering free TLS certificates. It explains the automated process of obtaining and renewing certificates, focusing on domain validation. The tutorial discusses the importance of shell access for using Let's Encrypt and the role of Certbot in certificate management. It highlights the support from hosting providers and addresses common issues faced during certificate acquisition. The video concludes with a discussion on manual mode and alternatives for obtaining certificates, emphasizing Let's Encrypt as a viable option for small and medium businesses.

What is Let's Encrypt and what service does it provide?

What are the differences between domain validation, organization validation, and extended validation certificates?

Explain the process of obtaining a TLS certificate from Let's Encrypt.

What is the Acme Protocol and how is it used in the context of Let's Encrypt?

What are the requirements for obtaining a Let's Encrypt certificate if you do not have shell access?

Describe a problem that can occur when using Let's Encrypt with multiple web servers.

Discuss the limitations of using Let's Encrypt for larger scalable websites.