Enabling HTTPS on AWS Load Balancers for WordPress

Running a WordPress site on AWS requires robust security to protect user data and improve search engine rankings. Transitioning from HTTP to HTTPS is a critical step, but configuring load balancers and certificates can feel overwhelming for beginners. This text-based course guides you step-by-step through the process of securing your WordPress infrastructure. You will start with core web security concepts, learn how to provision SSL/TLS certificates, and configure AWS Application Load Balancers (ALB) to handle secure traffic. By the end of this course, you will have a fully secured WordPress site running behind an AWS load balancer with automated HTTPS redirection. What you'll learn: - Understand foundational web security principles, SSL/TLS handshakes, and certificate management. - Request and manage public certificates using AWS Certificate Manager (ACM). - Configure AWS Application Load Balancers to handle HTTPS traffic using the AWS CLI. - Design secure AWS Security Groups to restrict access and enforce secure communication. - Implement HTTP-to-HTTPS redirection rules to ensure all visitors connect securely. - Apply modern TLS 1.3 security policies to align with current industry standards. The course begins with essential definitions of load balancing and encryption before moving into hands-on configuration. Through clear, written explanations and practical AWS CLI command snippets, you will learn how to secure your environment without relying on complex visual interfaces. This course is designed for beginner AWS administrators, web developers, and WordPress site owners who want to secure their cloud infrastructure. No prior experience with AWS CLI or load balancers is required, though a basic understanding of WordPress is helpful. Start securing your cloud infrastructure today by mastering AWS load balancer HTTPS configuration.