Browser Extensions · head to head
HTTPS Everywhere vs JSON Viewer
The short version
- Each has a real cost: HTTPS Everywhere product discontinued as of January 2023; JSON Viewer the project is MIT licensed open source code hosted on GitHub with no vendor and no paid tier
- They diverge on capability: HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, JSON Viewer covers JSON formatting.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which HTTPS Everywhere and JSON Viewer actually diverge.
| Attribute | HTTPS Everywhere | JSON Viewer |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera | Chrome, Firefox, Edge |
| Founded | 1990 | 2015 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (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 JSON Viewer
- JSON formatting
- Syntax highlighting
- Tree view
- Search functionality
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
JSON Viewer
- The project is MIT licensed open source code hosted on GitHub with no vendor and no paid tier
Pricing, plan by plan
HTTPS Everywhere
Free- FreeFree
- Automatic HTTPS upgrade
- Rule sets
- Custom rules
JSON Viewer
Free- FreeFree
- Syntax highlighting
- Collapsible tree
- Search
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 JSON Viewer if
- You need json formatting.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Chrome, Firefox, Edge.
- You also want syntax highlighting.
Questions people ask
- Is HTTPS Everywhere or JSON Viewer better?
- Neither clearly leads. HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and JSON Viewer at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, HTTPS Everywhere or JSON Viewer?
- HTTPS Everywhere starts at Free and JSON Viewer at Free.
- Does HTTPS Everywhere or JSON Viewer run on more platforms?
- HTTPS Everywhere runs on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Opera. JSON Viewer 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 JSON Viewer cannot?
- HTTPS Everywhere covers Automatic HTTPS, Encryption enforcement, Rule-based upgrading, Observatory integration. JSON Viewer covers JSON formatting, Syntax highlighting, Tree view, Search functionality. 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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