How to Perform SSL Certificate Offloading with Cloudflare
SSL offloading with Cloudflare is an effective strategy to reduce the load on origin servers, improving website performance and security.
SSL offloading allows Cloudflare to handle SSL termination instead of the origin server. This means that the traffic between the visitor and Cloudflare is encrypted, but the communication between Cloudflare and the origin server can be unencrypted or use a different level of encryption.
Essentially, you delegate the management of the SSL certificate to Cloudflare, thereby offloading the web server.
Advantages of SSL Offloading with Cloudflare
- Reduced server load: The origin server no longer needs to handle SSL encryption/decryption.
- Enhanced security: Cloudflare protects against DDoS attacks and provides a firewall to mitigate threats.
- Improved performance: Cloudflare optimizes traffic and leverages its own CDN network to boost site speed.
How to Configure SSL Offloading on Cloudflare
1. Enable Cloudflare on UCMP Utixo
2. Enable the Proxy on the DNS Records
3. Select SSL (with SDPY) in Crypto
- If the server does not have a valid certificate, select "Full"
4. Check the Certificate Generated by Cloudflare
Conclusion
SSL offloading with Cloudflare is a simple and effective way to enhance the security and performance of your website. By following this guide, you can configure it in just a few minutes and enjoy the benefits of a secure and optimized connection.
