Description:
Tool to obtain certs from Let's Encrypt and autoenable HTTPS
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Type: Formula
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Latest Version: 5.2.2@0
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Tracked Since: Dec 17, 2025
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Links:
Homepage |
@eff |
formulae.brew.sh
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Category: Security
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Tags:
https
ssl
tls
letsencrypt
automation
security
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Install:
brew install certbot
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About:
Certbot is a powerful, open-source tool designed to automate the process of obtaining and renewing SSL/TLS certificates from Let's Encrypt. It integrates with web servers like Apache and Nginx to enable HTTPS with minimal manual configuration. Its primary value is in simplifying the deployment of trusted certificates, ensuring secure communications for websites.
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Key Features:
- Automated certificate acquisition and renewal
- Plugin-based architecture for Apache, Nginx, and more
- Supports wildcard certificates via DNS challenges
- Zero-cost certificates from Let's Encrypt
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Use Cases:
- Securing websites with HTTPS
- Automating certificate management for web servers
- Enabling TLS for mail servers and other services
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Alternatives:
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acme.sh
– Lightweight shell script alternative, less integrated with web servers
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ZeroSSL
– Web-based GUI tool, suitable for non-CLI users
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License: Apache-2.0
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Dependencies: augeas, certifi, cryptography, libyaml, python@3.14
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Bottles available for: arm64_tahoe, arm64_sequoia, arm64_sonoma, sonoma, arm64_linux, x86_64_linux
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