How TLS Keeps Websites Secure
Transport Layer Security (TLS) encrypts the connection between your browser and a website.
What happens when you connect
- Your browser asks the site to prove its identity with a certificate.
- Both sides agree on encryption settings.
- They create temporary shared keys.
- Data is encrypted using those keys.
What it protects
Passwords, forms and page content from eavesdroppers and tampering.
What it does not do
It does not verify the site is trustworthy or protect data once it reaches the server.
Key takeaway: TLS secures the connection. Always check you are on the right website too.
