SSL versus TLS
“SSL certificate” remains common wording, but modern secure connections use TLS. The label is no reason to enable obsolete protocols.
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What an HTTPS certificate confirms
TLS protects data in transit; certificates help authenticate the server.
Not a trust badge
Encryption does not prove a shop is honest or an article true. Check the exact domain separately.
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