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HTTPS

Networking

TLS (Transport Layer Security) SSL Secure Connection Mixed Content

The secure version of HTTP for websites.

Definition

HTTPS is the secure way to load websites. It uses TLS to encrypt the connection and confirm you’re talking to the right site (not an impostor).

In plain English The secure version of HTTP for websites.

Why this matters

Why it matters: It protects logins, browsing, and payments from network snooping and tampering.

Example

Example: “https://” and a lock icon in the address bar.

Apps Using HTTPS

Examples of apps that implement or relate to this privacy concept

Tor Browser logo

Tor Browser

Privacy Score: 95

Tor Browser is a privacy-friendly web browser with tracking protection. It helps you keep more co...

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AdGuard Home logo

AdGuard Home

Privacy Score: 88

AdGuard Home is a dns service with blocking for trackers and malware. It helps you keep more cont...

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LibreWolf logo

LibreWolf

Privacy Score: 85

LibreWolf is a privacy-friendly web browser with tracking protection. It helps you keep more cont...

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Quad9 logo

Quad9

Privacy Score: 82

Quad9 is a dns service with blocking for trackers and malware. It helps you keep more control ove...

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NextDNS logo

NextDNS

Privacy Score: 85

NextDNS is a dns service with blocking for trackers and malware. It helps you keep more control o...

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