https://youtu.be/Y6rIs220PXc More businesses are taking their products and services online than ever before. Consumers, for the most part, are feeling safer about completing online transactions – especially with businesses they trust.
But some entrepreneurs in the e-commerce world have never started their own business. Many are unfamiliar with how to run an e-commerce store. There’s no doubt that this is an exciting time to explore the e-commerce marketplace – especially for people who are testing it out while keeping their full-time jobs.
Having said that, business owners new to the online world should understand from the get-go that the e-commerce industry is one of the most lucrative targets for cyber criminals. News of the recent eBay hack is a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities associated with online businesses. But big businesses aren’t the only ones getting hacked. More than 20 WordPress sites are hacked every minute of every day.
But there are a few basic things you can do to help prevent losing control of your website and your customer’s private information.
Choose a Secure eCommerce Platform
More than two third of all active e-commerce sites are using either Magento or WordPress’ WooCommerce. Why? Mainly because of their sophisticated security features. There are other factors as well, but what makes them stand apart is the extensive security. PrestaShop can be yet another choice with a proven security framework.
Keep your software up-to-date and, it should go without saying, keep your passwords unique and secure. Educate your clients, as well as your workforce, about your information security practices. Let them know how you are protecting customers’ credit card information and what they should do from their end to keep the financial information secure.
Implement SSL Certificates
SSLs (secure socket layers) are the de facto standard when it comes to securing online transactions. An SSL certificate authenticates the identity of users and encrypts data while at store and transit. Implementing SSL is essential for E-commerce websites to establish secure connectivity between the end-user systems and your website.
For tech-savvy buyers, the padlock icon with HTTPS in the address bar is an essential prerequisite for providing their personal details and credit card information. If the consumers believe that a vendor is doing everything possible to secure their transactions, they are more likely to do business with them.
Scan Your Site for Security Vulnerabilities
Although SSLs protect your transactions, they don’t protect your website. No matter which platform you decide to use, ensure that your server maintains PCI compliance requirements by running PCI scans on your server to validate whether you are compliant or not. Companies like Trust Guard not only scan your site for more than 75,000 known vulnerabilities, giving you detailed reports about its safety, but they also provide users with trust seals.
These small, digital images, when placed on your home page and checkout page, have been proved to drastically increase sales and conversion rates. They show potential buyers through accompanying certificates that you are serious about their privacy and security. It gives them the peace of mind they need to make the buying decision.
Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or just are getting started, you should understand that keeping your site safe is your most important endeavor. Hackers can (and do) cause economic, legal and reputational damage every day. Keep your site safe and protected by following these three simple website security tips for your online business.
Thorntons, everyone’s favorite place to stop while on the go, announced today the official launch of 28 new store concepts across the local market. These stores redefine convenience and offer guests a distinctly elevated experience with quality food that is deliciously fresh and effortlessly fast, all within a real kitchen setting.
“We believe you should be able to get quality, quantity and convenience, all in one place,” said Tony Harris, President of Thorntons. “That’s why we’re going beyond gas and changing the perception of what convenience stores have to offer.”
The Thorntons Real Kitchen. Real Food. locations are equipped with real kitchens and real cooks who handcraft crave-worthy, high-quality food. A whole new menu includes hot, salted pretzels, savory breakfast and lunch burritos, pizza sticks, and more, all freshly prepared in-store. The grab-and-go concept allows guests to get in and get out in an average of three minutes, with a delicious meal in hand.
To view the multimedia release go to:
http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7897951-thorntons-real-kitchen-real-food/
Deep emotions, love and happiness are the muses of the new Love Bridge collection from THOMAS SABO. This season, the jewellery items appeal to all the senses and convey a feeling of connection with a loved one. Never has a THOMAS SABO collection been as full of sentiments and joie de vivre as this season. Star photographer Ellen von Unwerth presents the new collection perfectly in romantic campaign pictures, with top models Georgia May Jagger and Marlon Teixeira taking centre stage.
To view the Multimedia News Release, go to http://www.multivu.com/players/English/7566851-signs-of-love-thomas-sabo/
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The Story takes place somewhere in Europe with Semi-Retired Jewel Thief (Dutch Franklin) while composing music on his spare time at his home; one day randomly notices thru his Telescope, a Beautiful young woman (Masha Rechman) burglarizing his neighbor’s safe. The Thief that falls in love with the thief saga begins to unfold as their romance is challenged by her not wanting to give up her passion of becoming the best jewel thief of all time. Will Dutch Franklin convince her otherwise? Will she give it all up for their romance? Who can say? Dutch Franklin is the- “Thief Of Hearts”
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Written by Paul Val. http://www.valmusic.com Performed by Uppercut featuring Brent Carter, This song was written in response to the Columbine school massacre that took place on April 20, 1999. It addresses some of the basic changes in our Traditional American Values that may have contributed to this tragedy and that continue to erode our values and put all of us in harms way.
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