Browser Extensions · head to head
HTTPS Everywhere vs Evernote Web Clipper
The short version
- Each has a real cost: HTTPS Everywhere product discontinued as of January 2023; Evernote Web Clipper requires Evernote subscription to access full capabilities beyond basic clipping
- They diverge on capability: HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, Evernote Web Clipper covers Full page clipping.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which HTTPS Everywhere and Evernote Web Clipper actually diverge.
| Attribute | HTTPS Everywhere | Evernote Web Clipper |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | free | Unknown |
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera | Browser Extension |
| Founded | 1990 | 2004 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Browser Extensions).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in HTTPS Everywhere
- Automatic HTTPS
- Encryption enforcement
- Rule-based upgrading
- Observatory integration
Only in Evernote Web Clipper
- Full page clipping
- Article mode
- Screenshot capture
- Annotations
- Safari support
Both cover
- Chrome support
- Firefox support
- Edge support
- Opera support
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
HTTPS Everywhere
- Product discontinued as of January 2023
- Functionality now built into all modern browsers natively
- No longer receives security updates or maintenance
Evernote Web Clipper
- Requires Evernote subscription to access full capabilities beyond basic clipping
- Web Clipper functionality depends on Evernote account synchronization
- Text extraction from images only works on paid Evernote plans
Pricing, plan by plan
HTTPS Everywhere
Free- FreeFree
- Automatic HTTPS upgrade
- Rule sets
- Custom rules
Evernote Web Clipper
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Evernote Web Clipper review.
Which should you pick?
Choose HTTPS Everywhere if
- You need automatic https.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera.
- You also want encryption enforcement.
Choose Evernote Web Clipper if
- You need full page clipping.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Browser Extension.
- You also want article mode.
Questions people ask
- Is HTTPS Everywhere or Evernote Web Clipper better?
- Neither clearly leads. HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and Evernote Web Clipper at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, HTTPS Everywhere or Evernote Web Clipper?
- HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and Evernote Web Clipper at Free.
- Does HTTPS Everywhere or Evernote Web Clipper run on more platforms?
- HTTPS Everywhere runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera. Evernote Web Clipper runs on Browser Extension.
- Can I use HTTPS Everywhere for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What can HTTPS Everywhere do that Evernote Web Clipper cannot?
- HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, Encryption enforcement, Rule-based upgrading, Observatory integration. Evernote Web Clipper covers Full page clipping, Article mode, Screenshot capture, Annotations. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge support, Opera support.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
HTTPS Everywhere: Is HTTPS Everywhere still maintained?
No. HTTPS Everywhere was retired in January 2023 because major browsers added native HTTPS upgrade features, making the extension obsolete.
SourceEvernote Web Clipper: Is Evernote Web Clipper free?
The extension itself is free to download and install, but full capabilities require an Evernote subscription. Evernote offers a free plan with basic features and paid tiers for advanced functionality.
SourceHTTPS Everywhere: What functionality did HTTPS Everywhere provide?
The extension automatically redirected HTTP connections to HTTPS when available, improving encryption and privacy on unencrypted websites.
SourceEvernote Web Clipper: What browsers does the Web Clipper support?
Evernote Web Clipper is available for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and Opera browsers.
SourceHTTPS Everywhere: What is the recommended replacement?
Modern browsers including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari now include built-in HTTPS upgrade features that automatically redirect to secure connections, making HTTPS Everywhere unnecessary.
SourceEvernote Web Clipper: Can I search text inside clipped images?
Yes, Evernote's search reads text inside images. On paid plans, it also searches inside PDFs and documents.
SourceEvernote Web Clipper: What content can I clip with the Web Clipper?
You can clip full pages, simplified articles, selections, or annotated screenshots into your notebooks with tags and remarks added at save time.
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