Your connection is not private?
You visit your website and see a warning saying “Your connection is not private” when trying to visit your website? 😨 Don’t worry – it doesn’t mean your device is hacked. It’s a security feature built into browsers like Chrome and Firefox to protect your data.
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What does “Your connection is not private” mean?
Why does this happen?
How to fix it
Why you should fix it
Frequently Asked Questions
Pro Tips
Useful Links
What does “Your connection is not private” mean?
This error means your browser couldn’t verify the security certificate (SSL) of the website you’re visiting. It may look something like this:
In simple terms: the site might be unsafe to visit, or the security certificate is misconfigured or missing.
Why does this happen?
There are a few common reasons:
- The website doesn’t have a valid SSL certificate
- The SSL certificate has expired
- Your computer’s date/time is wrong
- You’re on an insecure network (like public Wi-Fi)
How to fix it?
If you’re the site owner and this is happening to your visitors, you must:
- Install an SSL certificate 🔐
Use our free guide: How to Install SSL on Your Website
Why you should fix Your connection is not Private
If you’re running a site without SSL:
- Visitors may leave due to trust issues
- Google Chrome will label your site as “Not Secure”
- It may hurt your SEO ranking
- Payment gateways won’t work without HTTPS
Frequently Asked Questions
Have Questions of your own? Contact us
💡 Pro Tips
Make Passwords strong for new Users
Delete old unused Accounts
Only add trusted sources
Only assign Admin Role when necessary
Leave Customers on Subscription Role
