> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://interceptor-docs.requestly.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to Install Requestly Interceptor CA Certificate in Windows Certificate Manager

> Steps to install Requestly Interceptor CA (Certificate Authority) certificate to intercept HTTPS network traffic on Windows

To intercept HTTPS network traffic, you need to install the Requestly Interceptor CA (Certificate Authority) certificate to your Windows certificate manager. There are two methods: automatic and manual.

> [tab] Automatic (Recommended)
>
> **1. Open Requestly Interceptor Desktop App**
>
> Launch the Requestly Interceptor Desktop App on your Windows system
>
> **2. Enable System-wide Proxy**
>
> Click on **"Enable Requestly Interceptor System-wide"**
>
> ![Requestly Interceptor Desktop App Windows](https://mintcdn.com/interceptor/fhZRboFseopn8ocm/images/install-certificate-windows/requestly-desktop-app-windows.webp?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=fhZRboFseopn8ocm\&q=85\&s=3e4f1385932af059b16b1d221dadac7e)
>
> **3. Install & Trust Certificate**
>
> * Click on **"Install & Trust"** button
> * A popup will automatically appear to install the certificate
> * Follow the prompts to complete the installation
>
> ![Install and Trust Certificate](https://mintcdn.com/interceptor/fhZRboFseopn8ocm/images/install-certificate-windows/install-and-trust-certs.webp?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=fhZRboFseopn8ocm\&q=85\&s=299536f1915fe7a0d232bf6b80e80523)

> [tab] Manual
>
> If the automatic method doesn't work, follow these manual steps:
>
> **1. Download the CA certificate**
>
> * In Requestly Interceptor Desktop App, go to the System Proxy popup
> * Click on **Manual** tab
> * Click on **Save Certificate** button
> * Save the CA certificate to any location on your system (e.g., Desktop or Downloads folder)
>
> ![Manual Certificate Installation](https://mintcdn.com/interceptor/fhZRboFseopn8ocm/images/install-certificate-windows/manual-certificate-installation.webp?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=fhZRboFseopn8ocm\&q=85\&s=e875d6039c413a1b55b16641dbed0ca8)
>
> **2. Import the CA certificate in Certificate Manager**
>
> * Press `WIN + R`, type `certmgr.msc` and press Enter
> * Navigate to: **Trusted Root Certification Authorities → Certificates**
> * Right-click on **Certificates** → **All Tasks → Import**
> * Browse and select the CA certificate file you downloaded in step 1
> * Click **Finish**
>
> ![Install Certificate in Windows Certificate Manager](https://mintcdn.com/interceptor/fhZRboFseopn8ocm/images/install-certificate-windows/install-win-cert.gif?s=c6f78e176c8ea1ad1bcb98d581ef9195)
>
> **3. Verify the installation**
>
> * To verify if HTTPS traffic is being intercepted, connect to the proxy
> * Check that secure (HTTPS) traffic is now being logged in Requestly Interceptor
>
> ![Intercepted HTTPS Traffic](https://mintcdn.com/interceptor/fhZRboFseopn8ocm/images/install-certificate-windows/intercepted-traffic.webp?fit=max\&auto=format\&n=fhZRboFseopn8ocm\&q=85\&s=12b08a4895c5b401b53b5f155cd28ebf)

### Troubleshooting

If you're still unable to intercept HTTPS traffic after following these steps, please ensure:

* The CA certificate was imported to the correct location (Trusted Root Certification Authorities)
* The proxy is properly configured and running
* Try restarting your browser/ application after CA certificate installation


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