What is SSL/TLS?
Security technology that encrypts data sent between your website and your users
Why It Matters
SSL protects sensitive data like passwords and credit cards, and is required for the padlock icon and HTTPS
Real-World Example
When you see the padlock icon in your browser, SSL is encrypting your connection
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Related Terms
HTTPS
The secure version of HTTP that encrypts all data sent between a browser and website
Encryption
Scrambling data so only authorised parties can read it
Authentication
The process of verifying who someone is, usually through a username and password
Authorisation
Determining what actions or data a verified user is allowed to access
OAuth
A standard that lets you log into apps using your existing accounts from Google, Facebook, or other providers
JWT (JSON Web Token)
A secure digital pass that proves who you are without needing to check the database every time