HTTPS & SSL/TLS
Learn about HTTPS and SSL/TLS protocols that secure web communications. This is a foundational concept in information security and ethical hacking that professional developers rely on daily. The explanations below are written to be beginner-friendly while covering the depth and nuance that comes from real-world Cybersecurity experience. Take your time with each section and practice the examples
45 min•By Priygop Team•Last updated: Feb 2026
SSL/TLS Protocol
- Secure Sockets Layer (SSL): Legacy protocol
- Transport Layer security (TLS): Current standard
- Handshake process: Establish secure connection
- Certificate validation: Verify server identity