Free TLS/SSL Security Test

Comprehensive SSL/TLS security validation including TLS version checks, cipher suite analysis, certificate chain validation, OCSP stapling, and HSTS configuration.

Ensure your website meets modern TLS security standards and best practices.

  • HTTPS verification
  • HSTS check
  • TLS version check
  • Cipher suite analysis
  • Mixed content detection
No credit card requiredNon-intrusive scanningNo setup required
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How it works

Scan in three simple steps

Fast, safe, non-intrusive checks with actionable results.

1

Start scan

Enter your URL, and click the start scan button to begin.

2

Scan runs

Barrion performs passive, read-only security checks with minimal site impact.

3

Take Action

Fix issues with step-by-step guidance and enable monitoring for continuous protection.

What this test checks

TLS Version Support:
  • Complete TLS 1.0, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3 protocol enumeration
  • Deprecated protocol detection (TLS 1.0/1.1 identification)
  • Version negotiation testing with min/max constraints
  • Current active connection version validation
Certificate Validation:
  • Complete certificate chain integrity and CA validation
  • Hostname matching with SAN and CN verification
  • Certificate expiry dates with detailed renewal analysis
  • Full CA trust chain verification with proper validation
Advanced Cipher Suite Analysis:
  • Comprehensive cipher suite strength evaluation
  • Encryption algorithm analysis (AES, CHACHA20, 3DES, RC4)
  • Weak cipher detection (RC4, 3DES, CBC modes)
  • Modern AEAD cipher support (AES-GCM, ChaCha20-Poly1305)
  • Key exchange analysis (ECDHE, DHE vs weak alternatives)
  • Authentication and MAC/AEAD strength assessment
Security Features:
  • OCSP stapling configuration and response validation
  • Certificate expiry recommendations with time-based scoring

TLS Security Best Practices

Protocol Configuration:
  • Enable TLS 1.2 and 1.3, disable 1.0 and 1.1
  • Configure proper cipher suite order by strength
  • Implement HSTS with appropriate max-age and includeSubDomains
Certificate Management:
  • Use certificates from trusted Certificate Authorities
  • Implement proper certificate chain validation
  • Set up automated certificate renewal and monitoring
  • Configure CAA records to control certificate issuance
Performance Optimization:
  • Enable OCSP stapling for faster certificate validation
  • Use modern AEAD ciphers for better security and speed
  • Monitor certificate expiry dates proactively

How to improve TLS security

Server Configuration:
  • Update server software to latest stable version
  • Configure SSL/TLS settings in web server (Apache, Nginx, IIS)
  • Use security configuration generators (Mozilla SSL Config Generator)
  • Test configuration with multiple TLS testing tools
Certificate Improvements:
  • Obtain certificates from reputable CAs (Let's Encrypt, DigiCert)
  • Implement automated certificate renewal
  • Add CAA records to control certificate issuance
  • Monitor certificate expiry dates proactively
Security Monitoring:
  • Set up automated certificate expiry monitoring
  • Configure security monitoring and alerting
  • Regular TLS configuration reviews and testing

Tool-specific questions

What's the difference between TLS 1.2 and TLS 1.3?

TLS 1.3 offers improved security, faster handshakes, and better performance. It removes legacy features like compression and renegotiation, uses only AEAD ciphers, and reduces the number of round trips. TLS 1.2 is still widely supported and secure when properly configured.

What's the difference between strong and weak key exchange methods?

Strong key exchange methods like ECDHE and DHE use ephemeral keys that provide forward secrecy, while weak methods like RSA, DH, and ECDH use static keys. Our analysis identifies ECDHE and DHE as strong, and flags RSA, DH, and ECDH as weaker alternatives that should be avoided.

What are AEAD ciphers and why should I use them?

AEAD (Authenticated Encryption with Associated Data) ciphers provide both encryption and authentication in a single operation. They're more secure and efficient than traditional ciphers, preventing padding oracle attacks and providing better performance. Examples include AES-GCM and ChaCha20-Poly1305.

How often should I check my TLS configuration?

Regular TLS configuration reviews are essential. Check after server updates, certificate renewals, or security patches. Use Barrion's continuous monitoring to track TLS changes over time and receive alerts for any security regressions.

What's the impact of weak cipher suites?

Weak cipher suites can expose your communications to various attacks including man-in-the-middle, padding oracle attacks, and brute force attempts. They also impact performance and may not provide adequate encryption strength for sensitive data.

What makes a cipher suite secure?

Secure cipher suites use strong encryption algorithms (AES, ChaCha20), modern key exchange methods (ECDHE, DHE), robust authentication (ECDSA, RSA), and secure MAC/AEAD modes (GCM, Poly1305, SHA256/384). Our analysis evaluates all these components to identify weak ciphers like RC4, 3DES, and CBC modes.

What's the difference between OCSP and OCSP stapling?

OCSP (Online Certificate Status Protocol) requires clients to check certificate revocation status with the CA, while OCSP stapling allows the server to provide the revocation status directly. Stapling improves performance, reduces CA server load, and enhances privacy by not exposing client IPs to CAs.

How do I choose the right certificate authority?

Consider factors like trust level, validation process, support quality, pricing, and automation capabilities. Let's Encrypt offers free automated certificates, while commercial CAs like DigiCert provide extended validation and support. Choose based on your security requirements and budget.

What does your comprehensive cipher analysis include?

Our advanced cipher analysis evaluates encryption algorithms (AES, ChaCha20, 3DES, RC4), key exchange methods (ECDHE, DHE vs weak alternatives), authentication mechanisms (ECDSA, RSA vs weak options), and MAC/AEAD modes (GCM, Poly1305, SHA256/384 vs weak SHA, MD5). This provides a complete security assessment of your TLS configuration.

Why Choose Barrion?

Real-Time Results

Instant security analysis with detailed reports, giving you an immediate security overview

Comprehensive Checks

Multiple best-practice security checks in a single scan, for broad coverage

Actionable and Effective

Clear recommendations for fixes, helping you improve your security quickly and effectively

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