HTTPS
An encrypted connection between a browser and a website.
Why it matters
HTTPS protects transport but does not prove the website is legitimate.
Example pattern
A fake login page can still use HTTPS.
How CheckLink can help
CheckLink treats HTTPS as one signal, not a guarantee.
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