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TLS is Not Showing in the Registry? How to Enable it
Tweak your registry settings to include the TLS key and enable it
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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TLS is a security protocol that ensures communication over the Internet by encrypting data. At times, you may need to adjust its registry keys for troubleshooting or any other modification.
The problem comes in when TLS is not showing in your registry. This will be our focus topic for today as we show you how to enable it in your registry.
Why is TLS 1.2 missing in the registry?
The registry is a database of information about the configuration of your computer. It’s used by Windows and other programs to store settings and information about your computer’s hardware, software, and users.
Since TLS is a critical security component, it is expected to be in the following default path:HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Control\SecurityProviders\SCHANNEL\Protocols\TLS 1.2\Client\Enabled
However, if it is not showing in your registry, it could mean you have not enabled the feature or been disabled by default.
Older versions of TLS are known to be prone to attacks, so it is better to have them disabled as they pose a huge security risk.
Another reason it may be missing is if you have an invalid certificate. An expired or invalid certificate cannot have the corresponding key stored in the registry, so the TLS will not show in your registry.
Nevertheless, this does not mean it is impossible to enable it. The good news is that you can easily create a new key and enable the TLS protocol from your registry; below is how to do it.
How to enable TLS in registry?
First off, ensure you check the following:
Now proceed with the following steps to enable TLS:
And that’s how to enable TLS from your registry. While you’re still here, check out thetop browsers that support the latest version of TLSfor maximum security.
Were you successful in enabling TLS? Let us know in the comment section below.
Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
Claire has a knack for solving problems and improving the quality of life for those around her. She’s driven by rationality, curiosity, and simplicity, and always eager to learn more about Microsoft’s products. With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11, errors, and software.
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Claire Moraa
Windows Software Expert
With a background in teaching and reviewing, she breaks down complex topics into easily understandable articles, focusing mostly on Windows 11 errors.
