HTTP vs. HTTPS

Today, we will talk about something important for using the internet safely. It's the difference between HTTP and HTTPS. These are ways that computers talk to each other when we use websites.

HTTP:

Let's start with HTTP. Imagine it's like sending a letter without putting it in an envelope. The information travels as plain text, and anyone who looks at it can read it. This is okay for regular stuff like reading the news or looking at pictures of cute animals. But it's unsafe to type passwords or buy things online because someone could see that information and do bad things with it.

HTTPS:

Now, let's talk about HTTPS. It's like sending a letter in a locked, secret envelope. When you see HTTPS in the website address, the information is encrypted. That's a fancy word for saying it's scrambled, like a secret code. Only the sender and receiver can read it. This keeps your passwords, credit card numbers, and personal information safe from bad people who might want to steal it.

Key Differences:

Encryption: HTTP sends information as plain text, while HTTPS encrypts it to keep it safe.

Security: HTTPS is safer because it protects your information from being seen by bad people.

Trustworthiness: Websites with HTTPS are more trustworthy because you know your information is safe with them.

SEO Impact: Some websites get a little boost in search results if they use HTTPS because it shows they care about keeping their users safe.