To fix a "Not Secure" website warning in Chrome, the main step is to install a valid SSL certificate on the website to enable HTTPS, which encrypts data between the browser and server. After SSL installation, update all URLs and resources on the site to use HTTPS and set up automatic redirects from HTTP to HTTPS, ensuring visitors only access the secure version. Additionally, clearing browser cache and checking for mixed content (resources still loading over HTTP) helps resolve this warning. Sometimes, forcing HTTPS via .htaccess or hosting control panels is necessary. More specifically, steps include:
- Purchase or install a free SSL certificate (such as from Let's Encrypt or provided by hosting services).
- Force HTTPS by redirecting all HTTP traffic to HTTPS, either through server configuration or .htaccess rules.
- Fix mixed content issues by updating all links and resources to HTTPS.
- Clear the browser cache.
- Use tools to verify SSL installation and security status.
These actions will remove the "Not Secure" warning in Chrome, protect user data, and improve the site's SEO ranking by supporting HTTPS fully.
