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Switch from ZeroSSL to docstoc SSL/TLS

Teams leave ZeroSSL when a second login just for certificates becomes busywork — especially once they already run invoices and documents elsewhere.

Why teams make the move

Choose docstoc when you want Let's Encrypt DV automation — not a reseller SKU — with Free 5 certs, Pro multi-SAN, Business wildcards, and the same account as invoices and documents.

When to stay on ZeroSSL: Stay on ZeroSSL for a dedicated ACME dashboard, their annual CA products, or Protect-style scanning not tied to a small-business platform.

Migration steps

1. Inventory what ZeroSSL is doing today

   Note active hostnames, expiry dates, and whether ZeroSSL is also your host or DNS. You do not import private keys into docstoc — you issue a new certificate.

2. Add the domain in docstoc

   Sign in, open SSL certificates, and add the hostname. docstoc starts an ACME order and shows the DNS TXT challenge to publish.

3. Publish one DNS TXT record

   Create the TXT record at your DNS provider. You do not need to change nameservers or put traffic through a CDN proxy for validation.

4. Verify issuance

   Use Check status in docstoc. When DNS is visible, a real Let's Encrypt certificate is issued. Leave the TXT record in place for renewals.

5. Retire the old ZeroSSL path

   After HTTPS works via docstoc, cancel paid seats or disable old renewal jobs at ZeroSSL so you are not charged twice.

What transfers (and what does not)

You keep your domain and DNS provider. Certificate private keys and commercial warranty programs do not transfer — docstoc issues a fresh Let's Encrypt DV certificate with automated renewal instead.

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