How to Use Strict-Transport-Security (HSTS) to Protect Your Joomla Site

Written by: Tim Davis Created: 16 November 2020

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Streamed live on Nov 17, 2020 Joomla Security

Lol, I'll be honest with you folks; I don't fully understand the HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS) policy mechanism. But what I do get is that it makes my website more secure so I'm going to use it. As I've said before, website security is like the rivets on an airplane: you want every single one as tight as possible and so try to use everything you can to secure your site.

- The video discusses using Strict-Transport-Security (HSTS) to enhance security for a Joomla website.
- Tim Davis, a Joomla enthusiast, presents the tutorial on a YouTube livestream.
- The video is sponsored by mysites.guru, offering a free site audit and website management services.
- HSTS is a security header that adds an extra layer of protection to HTTPS connections.
- Tim explains the importance of HSTS even with SSL certificates and how it prevents potential data interception.
- The tutorial covers adding an HSTS header to the .htaccess file in the Joomla installation directory.
- Tim demonstrates the process of adding the HSTS header in the .htaccess file.
- He recommends using the provided code from mysites.guru to simplify the process.
- The video includes Tim's commentary and experiences during a recent business trip.
- He briefly talks about his travel route, including ferry rides and beautiful landscapes.
- Tim engages with viewers' comments and mentions reading glasses he's using.
- Viewers are encouraged to like and subscribe to the YouTube channel for more content.

Please note that the provided transcript appears to be incomplete or fragmented, which may affect the accuracy of the summarized information.

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