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HTTPS
security
Also called: HTTP over TLS
Plain-language definition
Plain-language definition
HTTP communication protected by Transport Layer Security.
Why it matters
HTTPS protects credentials and private data from routine interception or modification in transit.
Technical detail
HTTPS runs HTTP over an authenticated TLS connection that encrypts traffic and provides integrity; certificate validation binds the connection to a server identity.
Examples
- The browser validates repairyour.tech’s certificate before sending a session cookie.
Related terms
Sources and review
Reviewed July 12, 2026 by [email protected]. Next review due January 11, 2027.
- The Transport Layer Security Protocol Version 1.3 — RFC Editor Accessed 7/11/2026
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