By default, the data exchanged between the end user computer and the Web server is not encrypted. The authenticity of the server identity, the confidentiality and the integrity of exchanged data are not guaranteed.

To implement secure transactions via the TLS/SSL protocol, you must comply with all the requirements linked to this protocol (purchase of a certified SSL key from a specific organization or generation of a self-signed key for private use or for test). For more details, see the WEBDEV online help.

In most cases, only the transfer of sensitive data must be secured: transferring a credit card number for example. The secure mode is slower. However, a growing number of sites are operating entirely in TLS/SSL thanks to the increase in machine power, which ensures greater confidentiality of user operations. The secured mode is implemented when opening a new page via a button (or link). Simply call SSLActive in the browser code of the button (or link). As soon as the secure page is opened, all the actions will be performed in secure (encrypted) mode.