https and the padlock
Discover https and the padlock and why it matters for your financial safety and decisions.
In this lesson
https and the padlock is part of Safe Online Shopping. This preview shows how digital-safety connects to everyday family decisions such as earning, saving, spending choices, goals, approvals, or parent-guided money conversations inside Progress Penguin.
Today’s money mission
You're about to pay online. The URL says "http://" not "https://". The padlock is missing.
What you need to know
https + padlock = encrypted connection. http = unsafe.
Real-life example
Real-life money moment: Think about a time when https and the padlock affected a money decision.
Progress Penguin connection
In Progress Penguin, complete or review one practical action connected to “https and the padlock.” Use this lesson objective: Understand https and the padlock and apply it to real money decisions. Record what you checked, the evidence you used, and your next step.
Activity preview
Try the money challenge
Match each key term from this lesson to its definition. The trickiest pair connects to: https + padlock = encrypted connection. http = unsafe. If a match feels wrong, reread the guided explanation and try again.
Quiz preview
Which URL indicator suggests a site is secure?
You are about to enter your card details. The browser shows a padlock and 'https'. Does this mean the site is safe to use?