This page outlines some basic steps you can take to get started.

1. Understand the basics of TLS. To get started, you may want to view our “TLS Basics” page. Additionally, you may find these two articles helpful:

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2. Choose the right TLS library for your application:

• Overview of Popular TLS Libraries
• OpenSSL
• LibreSSL
• GnuTLS

3. Learn about TLS support for specific protocols:

• STARTTLS Everywhere for SMTP
• The DANE Protocol – DNS-Based Authentication of Named Entities

4. Understand why TLS is necessary:

• It’s Time to Encrypt the Entire Internet
• Why we need more crypto
• RFC 7258, Pervasive Monitoring is an Attack

5. Understand common attacks against encrypted communications:

• What can App developers learn from Heartbleed
• Heartbleed, LibreSSL and the Importance of Implementation Diversity

6. See how others are securing their applications using TLS:

• Google uses TLS for all Gmail Connections

7. Build the business case for your use of TLS:

• (Documents needed)

8. Keep up-to-date on the latest TLS news and activities:

• TLS-related blog posts
• Join the IETF’s UTA Working Group

Please let us know how we can help you start using TLS in your applications!