TLS encrypts data in transit between email servers so messages can’t be intercepted during delivery.
Why it matters:
- Provides baseline protection for email transmissions.
- Most major providers use TLS by default.
Pro tip: TLS encrypts in transit — for full protection, use end-to-end encryption if contents must stay private even after delivery.Pro tip: TLS encrypts in transit — for full protection, use end-to-end encryption if contents must stay private even after delivery.
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