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How to Remove a CSR code in cPanel

How to Remove a CSR code in cPanel

CPanel is one of the most popular web-hosting control panels, and it's definitely worth checking out if you're new to the world of hosting. However, because cPanel can be installed on so many different web hosts, there might be some advice that is specific to your particular host. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to remove CSR codes in cPanel. If you have never seen a cPanel CSR code before, then you are probably wondering what it is or why you should remove it. The point of this article isn't to sound like an expert on the subject but rather to give you tips on what is considered a legitimate use of these codes and how to remove them from your account.  
 

The CSR code is a field that allows you to store your contact information. If you're new to cPanel, you need to know how to remove this code because it can contain serious information. Some may think that the CSR code should be left in place forever but there are many reasons why you might want to remove it.

You can remove the CSR code, which is no longer needed. Please, keep a backup of the CSR code for the active SSL on your computer. 
 



1. Log in to your cPanel account.


2. In the Security section, click on SSL/TLS.  
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3. Under Certificate Signing Request, click on Generate, View or Delete CSR link.  
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4. Under Certificate Signing Requests on Server, you can see previously generated CSR.  
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5. Click on Delete, located under the Action option. Choose Delete again to confirm.  
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The CSR code will be removed and no longer stored on the server.

By following these simple steps, you can easily remove any unwanted CSR codes in cPanel and effectively manage your SSL certificates. 

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