Default setting
No HTTPS extension added in your browser
Better setting
HTTPS extension installed
Benefits
Why change?
By default, some websites don’t encrypt data transfers between your computer and their website, which leaves your visit vulnerable to eavesdropping and interception. Installing a free browser plugin will encrypt your communications with websites that support it, making your browsing more secure.
Steps
I recommend the free “HTTPS Everywhere” extension:
- On Chrome: HTTPS Everywhere
On Firefox: HTTPS Everywhere
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