Seeing “Not Secure” next to your own domain in the browser bar is alarming, but the cause is usually one of a handful of common issues.
1. Check whether SSL is actually installed
Log into cPanel and check the SSL/TLS Status tool to confirm a valid certificate is active on your domain.
2. Look for mixed content
If some images, scripts, or links on your page still load over http:// instead of https://, the browser will flag the whole page as insecure.
3. Update your WordPress site URL settings
In Settings > General, make sure both the WordPress Address and Site Address use https://, not http://.
4. Force redirects from http to https
Add a redirect rule so any visitor typing the http:// version is automatically sent to the secure version.
5. Renew an expired certificate
If SSL was installed but has since expired, most hosts including Vikalink will auto-renew it, but it's worth checking manually if the warning persists.
Key takeaway: Most “Not Secure” warnings come down to mixed content or an outdated site URL setting — both are quick fixes.