diff --git a/docs/using.rst b/docs/using.rst index 9db616387..04b0a7432 100644 --- a/docs/using.rst +++ b/docs/using.rst @@ -130,6 +130,25 @@ that's not enough, you can always :ref:`write your own plugin `. +Renewal +======= + +.. note:: Let's Encrypt CA issues short lived certificates (90 + days). Make sure you renew the certificates at least once in 3 + months. + +In order to renew certificates simply call the ``letsencrypt`` (or +letsencrypt-auto_) again, and use the same values when prompted. You +can automate it slightly by passing necessary flags on the CLI (see +`--help all`), or even further using the :ref:`config-file`. If you're +sure that UI doesn't prompt for any details you can add the command to +``crontab`` (make it less than every 90 days to avoid problems, say +every month). + +Let's Encrypt is working hard on automating the renewal process. Until +the tool is ready, we are sorry for the inconvenience! + + Where are my certificates? ========================== @@ -197,6 +216,8 @@ will cause nasty errors served through the browsers! benefit from automatic renewal_! +.. _config-file: + Configuration file ==================