IIS and SharePoint SSL Certificate Troubleshooting

Updating SSL certificates in IIS and SharePoint should be straightforward, yet unexpected expiration errors and binding mismatches often disrupt critical web applications. This text-based course guides you through the entire lifecycle of certificate management on Windows Server. You will learn how to handle certificate updates, configure IIS bindings, and ensure SharePoint recognizes your renewed credentials without downtime. What you'll learn: Understand the fundamentals of SSL/TLS certificates, public/private key pairs, and the PFX format; Import and export certificates securely with correct password and private key settings; Configure and update HTTPS bindings for both standard IIS sites and SharePoint web applications; Troubleshoot certificate expiration mismatches, caching bugs, and trust issues; Apply modern practices for certificate lifecycle management and automated renewals. You will start with essential cryptographic concepts and certificate terminology before moving into step-by-step procedures for importing files and updating server bindings. Finally, you will study practical troubleshooting strategies for SharePoint-specific certificate synchronization issues. This course is designed for beginner system administrators, IIS managers, and IT professionals looking for a clear guide to certificate maintenance. Start reading today to keep your web applications secure and error-free.