One of the main features of NSProxy is our Selective Decryption. However, In order to be able to utilize the full capabilities of NSProxy, you need to install our Netsweeper Root CA Certificate. Without it your Netsweeper Filter cannot decrypt secure (HTTPS) connections to ensure users aren't searching for inappropriate content or downloading restricted file-types, et cetera.
Downloading From WebAdmin Services
Please note: An Admin Account with the appropriate permissions is required for this method.
- Log in to the WebAdmin and navigate to Administration > Services.
- Select the Host that is running the NSProxy Service.
- In the expanded list of Services, choose the More Actions button for the NSProxy Service.
- Select the Download Certificate link. The certificate downloads.
Downloading from the File Path
To download our Root CA Certificate, open your preferred browser and navigate to the following sub-directory of your WebAdmin. (NOTE: Your WebAdmin may be configured to use HTTP or HTTPS).
https://your_webadmin_address/webadmin/tools/download_proxy_cert.php
This will immediately start a download of the Root CA Certificate.
Once you have the certificate downloaded, you can use your preferred method of pushing it out to your end-users. Remember, it must be installed as a Trusted Root Certificate to function as intended.
Installing the Certificate
The methodology for installing the certificate depends on the device.
- Enabling the Certificate as Trusted Root on iOS and iPadOS
- Enabling the Certificate as Trusted Root on Android
- Installing the Root CA Certificate on Windows Devices
- Installing the Root Certificate on MacOS
Additional Information
For more information on NSProxy and Selective Decryption, please refer to our NSProxy Configuration Guide.