And so the warning “Your connection is not private” will pop up. So, if your browser encounters an oddity in the certificates, it’ll block access to the site. If you don’t have an antivirus or encryption installed, then your device is a gold mine for hackers. This ensures that the site’s privacy standards are updated, and thus, you’re safe online.
Before you connect to a site, the browser has to run a security check to verify the site’s digital certificates (SSL certificates). Now, let’s break down what exactly it means.
