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How Do You Install an SSL Certificate on a FileZilla Server?

Updated on December 26, 2025

How Do You Install an SSL Certificate on a FileZilla Server?

Overview

This article provides step-by-step instructions for installing an SSL certificate on a FileZilla server. Installing an SSL certificate ensures secure communication between the FileZilla server and its clients.

Audience:

System administrators or IT professionals managing FileZilla Server.

Scope:

This procedure covers installing an SSL certificate on FileZilla Server running on Windows.

Prerequisites

You have received your SSL certificate files from the Certificate Authority (CA).

Access to the FileZilla Server configuration settings.

Installation Steps

By following the steps below, you can successfully install and configure an SSL certificate on your FileZilla server. This ensures secure communication and builds trust with clients connecting to your server.

Step 1: Open FileZilla Server Options

- Launch the FileZilla Server.

- Navigate to Edit > Settings.

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Step 2: Configure SSL/TLS Settings

- In the FileZilla Server Options window, select SSL/TLS settings from the left-hand menu. A screenshot of a computerAI-generated content may be incorrect.

- On the right-hand side, check Enable SSL/TLS support.

- In the Private key file box, enter the location of the key file generated during CSR creation.

- Example: C:\Program Files\FileZilla Server\your_domain_name.key

Step 3: Add Certificate File

- In the Certificate file box, enter the location of the .pem certificate file that contains both the server certificate and the intermediate certificate.

- Example: C:\Program Files\FileZilla Server\your_domain_name.pem

Step 4: Save Configuration

- Click OK to apply the changes.

- Your SSL certificate is now installed and ready to use.

First Connection

When connecting for the first time using the FileZilla client: