heroku: set SSL certificates on Free Plan?

Question

I would like to set some SSL certificates for one app I have on heroku (a simple application based on nodeJS + Vue).

I know if I upgrade to the Hobby Plan (7$ for mo

Answer 1

Late response but I'm adding here I just spent an hour trying to setup SSL with Heroku - resulting in a dead end.

The bottom line is that Heroku mentions they offer free SSL certificates but that's really not the case unless you have a Hobby ($7/mo) or Pro plan.

This link has more details and feedback from other users facing the same issue.

The answer above about LetsEncrypt is incorrect. Although you can get a free certificate, it cannot be included in a free Heroku app.

Other users have pointed to this article with a step-by-step guide but the guide is outdated and the 'Labs' option mentioned does not work with Heroku anymore.

see comments below for some alternative suggestions

In my specific case, I was able to get a free SSL on zeit.