Your company website reflects your brand, and part of that brand is giving users a positive experience. While content and graphics contribute to that experience, so does being a company that customers and prospects can trust with their data. Read on to learn more about how to secure user data by managing access to your website.
Benefits of a Secure Website
Even websites for small companies take in, store and use considerable amounts of data, including personally identifiable information (PII). This can include names, addresses, phone numbers, emails and even payment card information. How a company handles this data can make the difference in avoiding service disruptions, maintaining customer trust, and complying with data regulations. Website security, as supported by user access management, can support these goals.
The Role of Access Management
Access management is the practice of controlling access to a website’s backend. Only authorized individuals can access and use certain data and applications that are key to their roles. Least-privilege access protects data by limiting access to those needing the data. Of those who access confidential data, strong passwords and multi-factor authentication are additional protections.
Multi-Factor Authentication Adds Extra Security
Multi-Factor authentication (MFA) is another best practice within access management, and involves using more than one piece of information to verify access requests. It adds an extra layer of security. When someone enters a password, the system will ask for an additional item, such as a one-time numerical code or a biometric factor. Even if a bad actor has a stolen password, having to enter information they don’t know could be a deterrent.
Being Password Smart
Establishing effective passwords to start with is another way to safeguard sensitive information. Passwords should be about eight to twelve characters and contain upper- and lower-case letters, numbers and symbols. Even better is a passphrase that is meaningful to the individual and is easily remembered. Be sure to emphasize to all workers that they need to change passwords frequently as well as refrain from using the same password for multiple sites.
Your company website should reflect your brand, provide a positive user experience, and remain secure. For further assistance, contact ClikCloud today.