Import a self-signed certificate

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  • Updated March 12, 2026
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  • Import a self-signed certificate in a Windows system by using the Certificate Import Wizard. The Certificate Import Wizard is required to complete the self-signed certificate import process on a Windows Operating System (OS).

    Before you begin

    Ensure that you have followed the procedure for importing a self-signed certificate in a Windows system, as described in Add a self-signed certificate to your operating system's truststore.

    Role required: agent_client_collector_admin

    Procedure

    1. On the first page of the wizard, select Next.
      The truststore is typically located in the Trusted Root Certification Authorities directory of the certificate manager.
    2. Browse to the location where you have the self-signed certificate file.
      The file is typically located in the agent's config/cert directory.
    3. Select and hold (or right-click) the certificate file and select Install certificate.
    4. Select Next.
    5. Select the option to place the certificate in the Trusted Root Certification Authorities truststore.
    6. Select Next and Finish to complete the wizard.

    Result

    The certificate is imported into the truststore.

    What to do next

    If a security warning appears, select Confirm to confirm the import.