Why Your Browser Warns You About HTTPS Certificates

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When a website's HTTPS certificate is expired, mismatched, or issued by an untrusted source, your browser steps in with a warning to protect you. It's essentially saying the secure padlock can't be verified, leaving your data potentially exposed to eavesdroppers or tampering. Ignoring this warning might risk your sensitive information being intercepted, so it's safer to close the tab and find a properly secured site.