How To Enable Or Disable HTTPS Only Mode in Google Chrome [2026 Guide]

I’m going to teach you how to enable or disable HTTPS only mode in Google Chrome.

This setting helps keep your browsing safer by trying to load every site over a secure encrypted connection. When it's on, Chrome automatically upgrades connections to HTTPS whenever possible. If a site doesn't support HTTPS, Chrome will warn you so you can decide if you want to proceed. Turning it off can be useful for older or internal sites that only work over HTTP, but for most people, leaving it on is the more secure choice.

Enable Or Disable HTTPS Only Mode in Google Chrome [2026 Guide]

Step-by-step

1. Open Google Chrome. Look to the top right corner of the window and click the three dot menu to open Chrome's main options. Choose Settings to open Chrome's preferences.
2. On the left side of the settings page, click Privacy and Security. This section controls things like browsing safety, permissions, and site data.
3. Select Security. This page groups Chrome's protection features, including Safe Browsing and secure connection options, in one place so they are easy to manage.
4. Scroll down to the Secure connections section. This is where the HTTPS feature lives.
5. Find the option labeled Always use secure connections.
   • To enable HTTPS mode: Turn this on. Chrome will attempt to connect securely to every site you visit. If the secure version isn't available, Chrome will show a warning so you're aware before continuing.
   • To disable HTTPS enforcement: Toggle this off if you need to visit sites that do not support HTTPS, common with some legacy tools. This allows those pages to load without prompts.

Quick tips

• After you change this setting, any new tabs you open will use your updated preference right away.
• If you have a page open that was using an insecure connection and you've just enabled the feature, refresh the page to let Chrome try the secure version.
• If you run into an unexpected warning for a trusted site, confirm the address is correct and that you're on the official page. Sometimes typos or lookalike domains can trigger alerts for good reason.

Final Thoughts

By adjusting this one toggle, you decide if Chrome should always push for encrypted connections or allow standard HTTP when needed. For most users, keeping it on adds an extra layer of protection with minimal disruption.