How to use "HTTPS-Only Mode" in Brave for secure surfing?

The "HTTPS-Only Mode" in the Brave browser is an important security feature that forces all connections to web sites to switch to the secure HTTPS protocol instead of unsecured HTTP. This prevents traffic interception by attackers in public wireless networks and protects the user from various types of Man-in-the-Middle (MitM) attacks.

When this feature is active, the browser attempts to establish a secure connection with every visited resource. If the site does not support the modern encryption protocol, Brave will warn you about a potential security threat before allowing you to proceed to the unsecured version of the page, giving you the opportunity to decline visiting the dangerous resource in time.

To enable and configure "HTTPS-Only Mode", follow these steps:

After enabling this setting, a lock icon will appear in the browser address bar next to each secure site, confirming the encryption of transmitted data. If a site does not support HTTPS, the browser will show a full-screen warning about security risks, requiring your conscious confirmation to proceed to the old protocol.

For advanced users and web developers, the ability to configure exceptions for local servers and development sites using self-signed certificates is provided. This allows you to comfortably test local projects without constantly triggering the browser's security warnings while maintaining a high level of security during everyday surfing on the global network.