{"id":847,"date":"2025-09-30T14:51:13","date_gmt":"2025-09-30T14:51:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/?post_type=glossary&#038;p=847"},"modified":"2025-09-30T14:51:14","modified_gmt":"2025-09-30T14:51:14","slug":"tracking-setup","status":"publish","type":"glossary","link":"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/tracking-setup\/","title":{"rendered":"SSL\/HTTPS Tracking Setup"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/tracking-setup\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">SSL\/HTTPS Tracking Setup<\/a><\/strong> in CPV tracker (<a href=\"https:\/\/cpvlab.pro\/\">CPV Lab<\/a> or<a href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/\"> CPV One<\/a>) is the process of securing your <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">campaign<\/a> URLs with SSL certificates so that all redirects and <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/tracking-2\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">tracking<\/a> events occur over HTTPS rather than plain HTTP. <\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This has become a necessity in modern digital marketing, as most traffic sources and browsers now require secure URLs for ads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Why SSL\/HTTPS is Essential<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Traffic Source Compliance<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ad platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook Ads, Taboola, and Outbrain require HTTPS for all ad destination URLs. Non-secure HTTP links are often rejected.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Browser Security Warnings<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Modern browsers like Chrome and Safari display &ldquo;Not Secure&rdquo; warnings when users click on HTTP links. This damages trust and can reduce click-through rates.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Data Protection<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>HTTPS encrypts data during transmission, which is critical when passing tokens like Click IDs, placements, or user IDs between traffic sources, CPV tracker (<a href=\"https:\/\/cpvlab.pro\/\">CPV Lab<\/a> or<a href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/\"> CPV One<\/a>), and affiliate networks.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>SEO and Deliverability<\/strong><strong><br><\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Although CPV tracker (CPV Lab or CPV One) is primarily used for paid campaigns, using HTTPS is still a best practice for ensuring domains remain trusted.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Set Up SSL in CPV tracker (CPV Lab or CPV One)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Domain Preparation<\/strong>: Register a custom <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/tracking-2\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">tracking<\/a> domain (see: <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Campaign<\/a> Redirect Domains).<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Install SSL Certificate<\/strong>: Obtain a certificate from providers such as Let&rsquo;s Encrypt, Cloudflare, or your hosting provider.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Configure Server<\/strong>: Point your domain&rsquo;s DNS records (A or CNAME) to your CPV tracker (CPV Lab or CPV One) installation server. Ensure the server is configured to handle HTTPS requests.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Enable in CPV tracker (CPV Lab or CPV One)<\/strong>: Log into CPV tracker (CPV Lab or CPV One), navigate to settings, and verify that HTTPS links are generated for <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">campaign<\/a> URLs.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Test <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Campaign<\/a> URLs<\/strong>: Ensure all <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">campaign<\/a> URLs load correctly with the padlock icon in browsers.<br><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Example <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign-url\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Campaign URL<\/a> with SSL<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">https:\/\/offers-<a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/tracking-2\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">tracking<\/a>.com\/click.php?campid=245&amp;keyword={keyword}<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a user <a class=\"glossaryLink\"  href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/clicks\/\"  data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]'  tabindex='0' role='link'>clicks<\/a> this link, the entire flow&mdash;including redirects to landing pages and offers&mdash;remains encrypted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Common Issues<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mixed Content Warnings<\/strong>: Occur if landing pages or offers include non-HTTPS resources (images, scripts). Always ensure all assets are secure.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Expired Certificates<\/strong>: <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Campaign<\/a> URLs will break if the SSL certificate expires. Use auto-renew options with providers like Let&rsquo;s Encrypt.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Redirect Loops<\/strong>: Incorrect server setup may cause infinite loops. Always test after enabling SSL.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Best Practices<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Always use SSL for <strong>all redirect domains<\/strong> (see: <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Campaign<\/a> Redirect Domains).<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Test SSL setup on both <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">campaign<\/a> and postback URLs.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Renew certificates automatically to avoid downtime.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use lightweight SSL providers like Let&rsquo;s Encrypt for free, automated certificates.<br><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In summary, <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/tracking-setup\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">SSL\/HTTPS tracking setup<\/a> in CPV tracker (<a href=\"https:\/\/cpvlab.pro\/\">CPV Lab<\/a> or<a href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/\"> CPV One<\/a>) is no longer optional&mdash;it is a requirement. It ensures compliance with traffic sources, protects user data, and builds trust with both networks and end-users.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>See also:<\/strong> <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Campaign<\/a> Redirect Domains, <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign-url\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">Campaign URL<\/a>, <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/s2s-postback\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">S2S Postback<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/tracking-setup\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">SSL\/HTTPS Tracking Setup<\/a> in CPV tracker (CPV Lab or CPV One) is the process of securing your <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/campaign\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">campaign<\/a> URLs with SSL certificates so that all redirects and <a class=\"glossaryLink\" href=\"https:\/\/cpvone.com\/academy\/glossary\/tracking-2\/\" data-gt-translate-attributes='[{\"attribute\":\"data-cmtooltip\", \"format\":\"html\"}]' tabindex=\"0\" role=\"link\">tracking<\/a> events occur over HTTPS rather than plain HTTP. 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