Glossary

What is TLS?

Last updated June 15, 2026
Reviewed by Better-PaaS team

The protocol used to encrypt HTTPS connections. Learn what TLS means in self-hosted deployment and Better-PaaS workflows.

Overview

The protocol used to encrypt HTTPS connections.

Definition

The protocol used to encrypt HTTPS connections.

Real-world example

TLS 1.3 encrypts HTTP between the user and Caddy; HTTP/2 multiplexing reduces latency for asset-heavy pages.

Common mistake

Terminating TLS at a CDN while also terminating at Caddy with mismatched SSL modes, causing redirect loops.

Better-PaaS in practice

Caddy negotiates TLS automatically. Ensure Cloudflare or other proxies use "Full (strict)" when orange-clouding DNS.

FAQ

Is TLS only relevant to Better-PaaS?

No. TLS appears across Docker, cloud platforms, and self-hosted tooling. Better-PaaS exposes the concept in deploy logs, dashboard fields, or docs when it affects your app.