Itqualityassurance
When you go to a site that has a padlock icon next to the site name, it means the site is secured with a digital certificate. This means that any information sent between your browser and the website is sent securely, and can't be intercepted and read by someone else while the information is in transit.
- What does a black lock mean in the address bar?
- Does a black padlock mean a website is safe?
- What is the small padlock for in an address bar?
What does a black lock mean in the address bar?
It signifies that the connection to the website is encrypted using HTTPS and has an SSL/TLS certificate. While it does not mean the site a user is viewing is safe to use, it does mean that the connection to the site is secure.
Does a black padlock mean a website is safe?
The lock symbol and related URL containing “https” simply mean that the connection between your web browser and the website server is encrypted, which is important. It prevents others from eavesdropping or intercepting your communication between your browser and the website's server.
What is the small padlock for in an address bar?
The padlock symbol means the web page you are visiting is secure. For extra peace of mind please ensure that the web address that appears in the internet bar starts with "https://", as this confirms you are on a secure web page.
