Quick summary
- Term
- HTTPS
- Plain-English definition
- HTTPS is the secure version of HTTP that uses TLS encryption.
- Technical definition
- HTTPS is the secure version of HTTP that uses TLS encryption.
- Commonly confused with
- Related domain, DNS, registrar, API, or agent-infrastructure terms.
- Related terms
- SSL Certificate, TLS, HSTS
Definition
HTTPS is the secure version of HTTP that uses TLS encryption.
Why it matters
HTTPS protects data in transit and is expected by users, browsers, and search engines.