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Definition

What Is HTTPS and Why Does It Matter?

A secure version of HTTP that encrypts data transmitted between a user's browser and a web server using SSL/TLS, protecting against interception.

Related Terms

SSL Certificate

DNS

SEO

A/B Testing

Hosting

Above the Fold

Example

All websites on Webflow's hosting are served over HTTPS automatically — the padlock icon confirms the encrypted connection.

Synonyms:

Secure HTTP, SSL-encrypted HTTP

Acronyms:

HTTPS