# create

The ssl create command requests a new SSL certificate for your project. This command requires you to select a DNS zone, enter a fully qualified domain name (FQDN), and provide a description.

## Usage

```
cldkctl ssl create [flags]
```

## Steps

Follow the steps below to run and view the result of this command:

1. Run the following command in your terminal:

```
cldkctl ssl create
```

2. Select the DNS associated with your domain.
3. Enter the fully qualified domain name (FQDN) that matches the selected DNS zone.
4. Enter a description for this SSL certificate.

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5. When prompted with a confirmation message, continue by pressing **y** for Confirm or **n** for Cancel.

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6. Once completed successfully, the terminal displays **“✓ SSL certificate created successfully!”**

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## Flags

{% hint style="info" %}
This command supports [global flags](/cloudeka-api-list/global-flags.md). Refer to the Global Flags section for details.
{% endhint %}

| Flag       | Description                  |
| ---------- | ---------------------------- |
| -h, --help | Help for ssl create command. |


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