How to Retrieve Private Key for SSL on Plesk Onyx Using SSL Checker

Author:Esadax
Updated:Jun 28, 2025

To retrieve a private key for multiple SSL installations using the SSL Checker tool and Plesk Panel, follow these organized steps:

  1. Use the SSL Checker Tool: Visit https://decoder.link/sslchecker to verify your SSL/TLS configuration.

  2. Access Plesk Panel: Log into your Plesk account with administrator privileges to ensure you can manage SSL settings.

  3. Check SSL/TLS Settings:

    • Navigate to Tools > Settings.
    • Select SSL/TLS certificates from the options provided.
    • Ensure that both login page security and mail services (SMTP, IMAP, POP3) are configured correctly by following the on-screen instructions.
  4. Download Private Key and Certificates:

    • After verifying configurations, download the private key and SSL certificates in PEM format from Plesk.
    • Ensure you obtain the correct type of certificate (single domain, wildcard, multi-domain) as needed.
  5. Secure Storage: Store the private key securely, considering options like encrypted backups or multiple secure locations to prevent loss.

  6. Backup Considerations: Regularly back up your private keys and SSL certificates to facilitate easy recovery in case of issues.