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Requirements for HTTPS for Local Domains
draft-wing-settle-requirements-01

Document Type Expired Internet-Draft (individual)
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Authors Dan Wing , Erik Nygren , Michael Richardson
Last updated 2025-09-20 (Latest revision 2025-03-19)
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Abstract

When connecting to servers on their local network, users are surprised to encounter user interfaces that display errors, show insecure connections, and block some HTTP features when missing a secure context. However, obtaining PKIX certificates for those servers is difficult for a variety of reasons. This document explores requirements for authenticating local servers.

Authors

Dan Wing
Erik Nygren
Michael Richardson

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