HTTPS

HTTP Secure

Application Layer — Web

Protocol Overview

Full Name HTTP Secure
Abbreviation HTTPS
OSI Layer Application Layer
Category Web
Default Port 443
RFC RFC 2818

About HTTPS

HTTP encrypted with TLS. Provides authentication, data integrity, and confidentiality for web traffic. Standard for all modern websites.

Application Layer Web Port 443

Standards Reference

HTTPS is defined in RFC 2818, published by the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). RFCs are the official standards documents for internet protocols and are freely available for public review.

Related Protocols — Application Layer