diff --git a/docs/content/developer/getting-started/local-network.mdx b/docs/content/developer/getting-started/local-network.mdx
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--- a/docs/content/developer/getting-started/local-network.mdx
+++ b/docs/content/developer/getting-started/local-network.mdx
@@ -167,7 +167,16 @@ The response resembles the following, but with different IDs:
 ```
 
 :::tip explorer
+
 In order to use the explorer locally users can use the deployed explorer and set another endpoint like this: [https://explorer.iota.cafe/?network=http%3A%2F%2F127.0.0.1%3A9000](https://explorer.iota.cafe/?network=http%3A%2F%2F127.0.0.1%3A9000) or manually provide a Custom RPC URL on the [Explorer](https://explorer.iota.cafe/) page in the top right corner.
+
+:::
+
+:::warning HTTPS only
+
+The [IOTA Explorer](https://explorer.iota.cafe) requires a secure HTTPS connection. If your local network doesn't support HTTPS, consider [running your own instance of the Explorer]](https://github.com/iotaledger/iota/tree/develop/apps/explorer#iota-explorer).
+
+
 :::
 
 ## Install IOTA Wallet Locally