HTTPS Only

HTTPS Only is a Safari browser extension designed to enhance online privacy and security by ensuring that all web traffic is encrypted. The extension addresses the risk of personal data exposure that can occur when browsing sites that do not default to secure connections. By automatically enabling the HTTPS protocol on every website visited, it seeks to protect users from potential data theft and surveillance.

A core feature of HTTPS Only is its ability to rewrite all HTTP requests to HTTPS, ensuring that users are always connected to the secure version of a site when available. The extension also takes extra measures by making sure that embedded assets on websites—such as images, styles, scripts, or ads—are loaded through encrypted HTTPS connections rather than unsecured HTTP. This reduces the risk of sensitive information like cookies, passwords, or session data being intercepted by malicious actors. The tool highlights that, despite the widespread adoption of HTTPS among major websites, a significant portion of the web still relies on unencrypted HTTP, and not all sites or their assets default to secure protocols.

HTTPS Only is intended for individuals who are concerned about the privacy and reliability of their browsing activity, particularly when accessing the internet from potentially insecure locations such as coffee shops or airports. The extension operates within the Safari browser, automatically managing secure connections without requiring manual intervention from the user.