Website security: the basics every business needs
A hacked website costs trust, revenue and in the worst case fines. We explain the security basics that are non-negotiable.
Why security is not a luxury
Automated attacks hit small sites too. It is rarely targeted attacks but mass scans for weaknesses.
Ignore the basics and you become a target sooner or later.
The non-negotiable basics
Encrypted connection (HTTPS), regular updates, secure passwords and access, protection against automated login attempts, backups and protecting data storage from direct access.
How Circle secures
We consider security from the start — server-side validation, protective headers, secure sessions, rate limits and regular updates.
FAQ
Plugins help but do not replace a solid base architecture. Security begins in the build, not as an add-on.
Often enough that data loss stays bearable. We set up automatic backups to suit your operations.