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Life & fun · December 3, 2015

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GetHTTPSforFree.com, a no-install browers-based Let's Encrypt client

GetHTTPSforFree.com, a no-install browers-based Let's Encrypt client launched on December 3, 2015 with 18 votes and more than 75% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 10 years on.

In plain words

GetHTTPSforFree.com is a browser-based client for obtaining SSL/TLS certificates from Let's Encrypt, requiring no installation. Users can set up HTTPS encryption for their websites directly through a web interface. The tool supports standard domain certificates and wildcard certificates, which cover multiple subdomains under a single domain. It is designed for website owners and administrators who need to enable secure connections without managing complex command-line tools or server software.

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