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HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS)

1 min read Web Security Fundamentals

HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS)

``` ${this.config.hsts || 'Not configured'} ```

Purpose: Forces HTTPS connections Impact: Cannot revert to HTTP once enabled

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