Understanding the difference between Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) and Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure (HTTPS) is important for users to make safe and secure connections to websites.

1. Understand the differences between HTTP and HTTPS.
2. Check the URL of the website before sending any sensitive data.
3. Bookmark websites that support HTTPS connections.
4. Check for an SSL certificate when connecting to an unknown website.
5. Contact the website administrator if you're suspicious of the connection.