HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol)

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The primary protocol used for transmitting and receiving data over the World Wide Web, which defines how web browsers and servers communicate and exchange information.

In PCI DSS v4.0.1. 11.6.1 (Payment page header monitoring)

Related. HTTPS (Hypertext Transfer Protocol Secure), Transport Layer Security (TLS), Payment Page, HTTP Strict Transport Security (HSTS)

Sources. PCI DSS v4.0.1 (June 2024)