Chrome report yahoo mail not secure
The infamous "Not Secure" warning in Chrome!
When Chrome reports that Yahoo Mail is not secure, it's usually because the connection between your browser and Yahoo's servers is not encrypted. This can happen for a few reasons:
- HTTP instead of HTTPS: Yahoo Mail might be using HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) instead of HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure). HTTPS is the secure version of HTTP, which encrypts the data transmitted between your browser and the server. Chrome requires HTTPS to mark a site as secure.
- Mixed content: Even if Yahoo Mail uses HTTPS, it might be loading some content (like images or scripts) over HTTP. This is known as mixed content, and Chrome will still flag the site as not secure.
- Certificate issues: Yahoo Mail's SSL/TLS certificate might be expired, invalid, or not properly configured, which can cause Chrome to report the site as not secure.
To resolve this issue, you can try the following:
- Check Yahoo Mail's settings: Ensure that Yahoo Mail is using HTTPS. You can do this by checking the URL bar in Chrome. If it starts with "http:", try changing it to "https:".
- Clear browser cache: Clearing your browser cache and cookies might help resolve the issue. Press Ctrl + Shift + Delete (Windows/Linux) or Command + Shift + Delete (Mac) to open the browser's settings, then select "Clear browsing data" and follow the prompts.
- Check for updates: Ensure that your Chrome browser and operating system are up to date, as updates often include security patches and improvements.
- Contact Yahoo Support: If none of the above steps resolve the issue, you can contact Yahoo Support to report the problem and ask for assistance.
Remember, it's always a good idea to prioritize security when accessing sensitive information online. If you're concerned about the security of your Yahoo Mail account, consider using a VPN (Virtual Private Network) or a secure email client like ProtonMail or Tutanota.