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# Create Deka SSL

The Create Deka SSL feature is used to create a new Deka SSL in the Service Portal Cloudeka.

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Before creating a Deka SSL, ensure that Deka DNS has been created. For more information, refer to the [**Creating Deka DNS** ](/deka-dns/create-deka-dns.md)guide.
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To begin, open the SSL menu to access the SSL page.

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On the SSL page, click the **+ Create SSL** button to open the SSL creation form.

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The **Create SSL** page appears. Complete the required information before creating the Deka SSL.

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The following table describes the fields required to create Deka SSL.

| Column          | Description                                                                  |
| --------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **DNS**         | The DNS zone that has been created and is currently active.                  |
| **FQDN**        | The fully qualified domain name that will be secured by the SSL certificate. |
| **Description** | A brief description to help identify the SSL.                                |

Select the **DNS** and enter the **FQDN**. After that, enter a **description** based on your requirements. Click the **Create** button after all required fields have been completed.

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The system processes the Deka SSL creation request.

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A notification appears indicating that the SSL for the selected domain has been successfully created.

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