Last updated: 2021-09-29

Source: https://support.freshservice.com/support/solutions/articles/50000003761-os-and-browser-requirements-to-support-custom-domains-in-freshservice

Due to a recent update by Letsencrypt, their root certificate Identrust-DST-Root-CA-x3 will not be valid from 30th September 2021. If you are using a custom domain for your accounts, your users on older OS/browser versions might face connection issues.

What you need to do:

1. Check if you are impacted: Find out if you are impacted using the link here. If the page loads without any issues, then no action is expected from you. If not, you will have to update your OS / Browser versions based on the requirements listed below.

2. Update your OS/Browser versions if you are impacted: You will see a "Connection Not Secured" error caused by the Let'sEncrypt root certificate "Identrust-DST-Root-CA-x3" expiry if you do not update your browsers / OS.

The following table lists the affected OS and browser combinations, along with possible solutions.

Operating SystemBrowserAffected / Freshservice SupportedPossible Solution
Windows >= 7Mozilla Firefox < 50AffectedUpgrade to Mozilla Firefox > 50
Windows >= 7\<br>\assuming Automatic Root Certificate Update isn't manually disabledAny Other BrowserNot AffectedNA
Windows < 7Any BrowserNot Supported1\. Use Mozilla Firefox > 50<br>OR<br>2\. Upgrade to Windows >=  7
macOS > 10.9Mozilla Firefox < 50AffectedUpgrade to Mozilla Firefox > 50
macOS > 10.9Any other BrowserAffected1\. Use Mozilla Firefox > 50<br>OR<br>2\. Manually add ISRG X1  Root Certificate: Link<br>OR <br>3\. Upgrade to macOS > 10.12.1
macOS < 10.9Any BrowserNot Supported1\. Use Mozilla Firefox > 50<br>OR<br>2\. Manually add ISRG X1  Root Certificate: Link<br>OR <br>3\. Upgrade to macOS > 10.12.1
macOS > 10.12.1Mozilla Firefox < 50AffectedUpgrade to Mozilla Firefox > 50
macOS > 10.12.1Any other BrowserNot AffectedNA
Android < 7Any BrowserNot SupportedAndroid >= 2.3.6 will work.<br>If not, Upgrade to Android 7 or above
Android > 7.1.1Any BrowserNot AffectedNA
IOS < 10Any BrowserNot SupportedUpgrade to IOS > = 10
IOS > = 10Any BrowserNot AffectedNA

FORMAC OS

Note: If your operating system is MACOS < 10.9 (Mavericks), we request you upgrade to the latest OS.

ScopeAffected OS VersionAffected Browser Version
Affected OSMacOS < 10.12.1Firefox < 50. Firefox stores its built-in cert store. So we recommend that you update your Firefox to the latest version.
Affected OS supported by FreshworksOS X 10.9Mavericks<br>OS X 10.10Yosemite<br>OS X 10.11El CapitanOther Browsers like chrome, safari, etc., use their operating systems certificate store. So ensure the OS is upgraded to the latest version.

Procedure to Add ISRG X1 root certificate:

  • If you face the "Your connection is not private" error while accessing the portals, here is what you have to do.
  • Visit the Let's encrypt home site and download the ACTIVE version of the ISRG Root X1 Certificate. (Pem format)
  • After you download the certificate, go to the keychain Access
  • Select File > Import Items. Navigate to the file downloaded. Select System as "Destination Keychain."
  • Enter password where-ever prompted.
  • Logoff to take effect.
  • On some Mac OS versions, you need to do the following:
  • - Right-click on the certificate in Keychain Access and select Get Info

    - Expand the Trust section

    - Under When using this certificate, choose Always Trust.

    For Windows:

    If your operating system is Windows XP < SP3, upgrade to the latest OS to access the portal using a secure connection.

    ScopeAffected VersionAffected Browser Version
    Affected OSWindows XP < Sp3Firefox < 50. <br>Firefox has its built-in cert store. It is recommended to update Firefox to the latest version.<br>Other Browsers like chrome, safari, etc., use their operating systems certificate store. So ensure the OS is upgraded to the latest version.
    Affected OS supported by FreshserviceN/A

    Note: Freshservice recommends using Windows 7 or higher with Automatic Root Certificate Updateenabled to use our portals securely.