Using a branded domain name and URL (for example, https://mywater.acmewater.com) will give your customers a consistent experience when they view EyeOnWater (EOW)-related content. Instead of thinking they have been directed to a third-party site, EOW will appear as part of your utility’s web site.
How to Create a Branded URL for EyeOnWater-Related Services
To create a branded domain name for EyeOnWater-related services, follow these instructions:
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- If necessary, register your domain name with a domain registrar such as Network Solutions or GoDaddy.
- Generate a Certificate Signing Request (CSR). There are many ways to generate a CSR. Choose one that gives you direct access to the private key. For example:
https://www.digicert.com/csr-creation-apache.htm
https://support.godaddy.com/help/article/3601/generating-nginx-csrs-certificate-signing-requests - The domain owner purchases an SSL Certificate using the CSR. For Example:
https://support.godaddy.com/help/category/186/ssl-certificates
https://support.godaddy.com/help/article/12127/verifying-your-ssl-certificate-request
https://www.sslshopper.com/ssl-certificate-tools.html
• When requesting an SSL certificate, please select one with an expiration date 1+ years in the future. - When the SSL Certificate is issued, download it securely from the Certificate Authority (CA).
- Separate the files for secure transmission, such as encrypted email, a secure file-sharing service, or other method. Do not send the Certificate and Private Key in the same transmission.
NOTE: Badger Meter cannot accept Wild Card SSL Certificates. Similarly, we are unable to accept Private Keys that are password-protected. - Badger Meter installs the new credentials for the new branded URL and updates its servers.
- The utility or domain owner updates their domain registry with the new branded URL, updating the DNS CNAME record with the value provided by Badger Meter in step 4.
* An additional annual fee is required. Contact your BEACON AMA sales representative for details.
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