Our world is increasingly digital every day. In many ways, the COVID-19 pandemic forced our hands to become even more reliant on digital technology for our daily lives. Shopping at home was a luxury before, but it became a lifeline for many people when we stayed safe at home. Online shopping does come with risks, and as the website owner, those must be addressed when designing your eCommerce site. What do you need to know about cyber security and building your online shopping experience?
What is eCommerce Security?
Its currently estimated that 54% of small businesses selling online don’t have any protection against cyber-attacks. In 2020, 53% of all cyberattacks targeted small online businesses. eCommerce security mitigates those risks. It is a series of protections designed to make commerce via the internet safe from data and identity theft.
Payment Security and Standardization
There are several things a good eCommerce website needs to have in place. The Payment Card Industry and Data Security Standard, often abbreviated as just PCI, is a credit industry standard that payment information collected online is transmitted and stored securely. Every business that sells online needs to be compliant with this requirement.
SSL and Secure Sites
SSL, which authenticates encrypted data sent between linked computers, stands for Secure Socket Layer. eCommerce is required to have SSL before conducting business. Once that’s the case, the website must also transition from HTTP to secure HTTPS. Every DPEG Marketing Company website, eCommerce or not, is HTTPS.
Remaining Compliant
Keeping customers safe online and remaining compliant with the requirements of selling goods online is a balance. Threats are regularly coming from every angle to eCommerce sites, so knowing that your site is protected and your client’s data is a critical part of the process. At DPEG Marketing Company, we only use WooCommerce because it’s a trusted name in developing compliant eCommerce platforms.
Do you want to know more about setting up eCommerce and marketing systems for the holidays and beyond?
DPEG Marketing Company has 7 spots open for website design in 2022. We partner with eCommerce, agriculture, and equine businesses to help them grow.
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