How to serve static files over https?

@mallory_cormier 

To serve static files over HTTPS, you will need to first configure your web server to enable HTTPS support. Once HTTPS is enabled, you can simply serve static files as you would with HTTP, but by using the secure HTTPS protocol.

Here is a general outline of the steps to serve static files over HTTPS:

1. Obtain an SSL certificate for your domain: You will need to obtain an SSL certificate from a trusted Certificate Authority (CA) to enable HTTPS on your server. You can purchase an SSL certificate or use a free certificate provider like Let's Encrypt.
2. Install the SSL certificate on your web server: After obtaining the SSL certificate, you will need to install it on your web server. This process will vary depending on your web server software (e.g. Apache, Nginx).
3. Configure your web server to use HTTPS: Update your server configuration to use HTTPS by specifying the SSL certificate and enabling HTTPS support.
4. Update the URL references in your static files: Update any references to static files in your HTML, CSS, and JavaScript files from HTTP to HTTPS. This ensures that all assets are served securely over HTTPS.
5. Test your configuration: Verify that your static files are being served over HTTPS by accessing your website in a web browser and checking for the secure padlock icon in the address bar.

By following these steps, you can serve static files over HTTPS to provide a secure browsing experience for your website visitors.