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Aug 14, 2022 · Information Security

Does HTTPS Encrypt the URL? A Detailed Look at TLS Handshake, SNI, and Record Protocol Integrity

The article explains that HTTPS does encrypt the full HTTP request—including the URL—by encrypting both headers and body, while the domain name can still be seen in the TLS handshake via SNI, and it details how TLS record protocol ensures data integrity through MAC and encryption.