{"id":1428,"date":"2017-12-17T00:05:58","date_gmt":"2017-12-17T00:05:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.siteuptime.com\/blog\/?p=1428"},"modified":"2017-12-17T00:05:58","modified_gmt":"2017-12-17T00:05:58","slug":"how-to-ensure-that-you-have-a-secure-auto-site","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.siteuptime.com\/blog\/2017\/12\/17\/how-to-ensure-that-you-have-a-secure-auto-site\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Ensure That You Have a Secure Auto Site"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you looking for ways to ensure your automotive site is more secure?<\/p>\n

According to Sophos Labs, 30,000 websites are hacked<\/a> each day on the Internet. In today’s digital age, your website can be the first (and only) impression you make on a potential customer.<\/p>\n

Besides having a professional look, you also need your website to be safe for your visitors.<\/p>\n

Read on to learn more about how to be sure you have a secure site.<\/p>\n

Choose a Reputable Web Host<\/h2>\n

The web host you choose plays an important role in your website’s security<\/a>.<\/p>\n

A reputable web host has security features on its server that benefit your automotive business and website visitors.<\/p>\n

You should look for features, such as a Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP). This is a network protocol that allows file transfers and downloads over a secured channel.<\/p>\n

Many web hosts also have a feature that lets you back-up the files on your website. This helps you ensure the content of your site will not be lost and is accessible in the event of an unexpected emergency.<\/p>\n

Protect Personal Information<\/h2>\n

Your automotive website will benefit from protecting the personal information of your visitors.<\/p>\n

According to Mozilla, over half of the Internet<\/a> is now encrypted. But what does this mean?<\/p>\n

When a website is ‘encrypted’, that’s a fancy way to describe how sensitive information is received on a website. This means that it is harder for a would-be thief to decipher.<\/p>\n

Secure sockets layer (SSL) is one popular way to protect information. This is a security technology that scrambles personal information and credit card data so that it doesn’t get into the wrong hands.<\/p>\n

Let’s take, for example, the situation where someone visits your site looking for the best tonneau cover for any truck<\/a>. If they find one they like on your site and decide to pay online, they want to know their information is protected.<\/p>\n

SSL is a good way to send a message to prospects that you’re serious about the security of their data.<\/p>\n

Stay Up to Date on Security Updates<\/h2>\n

There are constantly new security threats to websites on the internet.<\/p>\n

According to a report by Symantec, over one million<\/a> new malware threats are released every day online. This means that you must stay up-to-date on patches and other security updates.<\/p>\n

Don’t ignore requests for software updates. Pay attention to recommendations for increased security as conditions change online. By staying on top of new updates, you’ll develop a more secure site.<\/p>\n

Wrapping Up: Create a Secure Site<\/h2>\n

Your website gives you an opportunity to present your business in a unique way. But it also gives you a chance to show potential customers that you care about their safety over the Internet.<\/p>\n

At SiteUptime, we can create a secure online presence for your business and your customers. Contact us today<\/a> to learn more about how we can establish better security measures on your site, email accounts, and more.<\/p>\n

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