using safari / search engine duck duck go I am not getting the padlock up when on https web page.
also tried safari / google still no padlock.
if I use opera the padlock shows up.
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MacBook Air, macOS 15.4
just found this Safari 18.4 Release Notes
March 31.2025- 18.4 (2061.1.15 why did apple do this
just found this Safari 18.4 Release Notes
March 31.2025- 18.4 (2061.1.15 why did apple do this
The likely reason is that nearly all websites use HTTPS now, and the "lock icon" is considered to indicate a presumed status. The converse (not encrypted) is visibly indicated.
You can still examine a website's encryption status by using the Safari menu > Connection Security Details.
macOS:
Avoid fraud by using encrypted websites in Safari on Mac - Apple Support
iPhone / iOS:
Check whether a website is encrypted in Safari on iPhone - Apple Support
More:
iOS 18.4 safari this connection is not secure - Apple Support Community
If you attempt to access an HTTP site, you will get a warning that it is not secure. Having the lock icon on secure HTTPS sites is now redundant, since any site you visit will be a HTTPS unless you specifically allow access to an unsecured website. It is now difficult to even access a HTTP website using Safari, and if you do you are alerted with a popup as well as in the Search Field.
thank you for both replies, they are very much appreciated
Why doesn't Safari show the padlock icon for HTTPS websites?
