E-commerce Security: Protecting Customer Data
E-commerce Security: Protecting Customer Data Running an online store means handling customer names, addresses, emails, and payments. This data is valuable to criminals and trusted partners alike. A strong security mindset helps reduce risk and protects trust. This guide shares practical steps you can take to shield customer data without slowing your business. Start with a solid foundation: encrypt data in transit and at rest, and use HTTPS everywhere. Require TLS 1.2 or higher, enable HSTS, and keep certificates current. Make security a default in your checkout flow, not an afterthought. A calm, consistent approach reduces surprises for customers and staff. ...