Browser Extensions · head to head
HTTPS Everywhere vs GoFullPage
The short version
- Each has a real cost: HTTPS Everywhere product discontinued as of January 2023; GoFullPage goFullPage is distributed as a free Chrome extension with no paid tier and no pricing page anywhere on the vendor's site, so there is no enterprise or support SLA option to purchase.
- They diverge on capability: HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, GoFullPage covers Full page capture.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which HTTPS Everywhere and GoFullPage actually diverge.
| Attribute | HTTPS Everywhere | GoFullPage |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | free | freemium |
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera | Chrome, Firefox, Edge |
| Founded | 1990 | 2012 |
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
- Opera support
Only in GoFullPage
- Full page capture
- Auto scrolling
- Multiple formats
- One-click capture
Both cover
- Chrome support
- Firefox support
- Edge 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
GoFullPage
- GoFullPage is distributed as a free Chrome extension with no paid tier and no pricing page anywhere on the vendor's site, so there is no enterprise or support SLA option to purchase.
Pricing, plan by plan
HTTPS Everywhere
Free- FreeFree
- Automatic HTTPS upgrade
- Rule sets
- Custom rules
GoFullPage
Free- FreeFree
- Full page capture
- PNG export
- PDF export
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 GoFullPage if
- You need full page capture.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- You also want auto scrolling.
Questions people ask
- Is HTTPS Everywhere or GoFullPage better?
- Neither clearly leads. HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and GoFullPage at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, HTTPS Everywhere or GoFullPage?
- HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and GoFullPage at Free.
- Does HTTPS Everywhere or GoFullPage run on more platforms?
- HTTPS Everywhere runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera. GoFullPage runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- 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 GoFullPage cannot?
- HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, Encryption enforcement, Rule-based upgrading, Observatory integration. GoFullPage covers Full page capture, Auto scrolling, Multiple formats, One-click capture. Both handle Chrome support, Firefox support, Edge 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.
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.
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.
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