E-commerce cybersecurity: protect your business from threats

At a time when online shopping is booming, cyber threats are evolving at the same pace. For e-merchants, securing their store is no longer an option: it is a vital necessity. This guide helps you understand the risks and adopt the right reflexes to protect your business—right from the start.

1. Why cybersecurity is crucial for e-commerce

E-commerce sites are prime targets for hackers: customer data, payments, login details... A breach can lead to:

Direct financial losses
GDPR penalties of up to 4% of turnover
Lasting damage to your reputation
Loss of customer trust

Small businesses are often the most vulnerable, due to a lack of dedicated technical resources. As soon as you go online, it is therefore essential to rely on a reliable solution designed to incorporate best security practices from the outset.

2. The pillars of a secure e-commerce site

Automatic backups: to quickly restore the site in the event of an attack.
SSL/HTTPS certificate: essential for encrypting exchanges and reassuring customers. HTTPS has become a minimum standard expected by browsers.
Regular updates: plugins, CMS, themes... everything must be kept up to date to prevent known vulnerabilities from being exploited.
Back-office protection: strong, unique passwords, two-factor authentication (2FA), role-based access restrictions, monitoring of login attempts, etc.
Automatic external backups: to quickly restore the site in the event of an attack, with a recent, healthy version
Web Application Firewall (WAF): proactive filtering of malicious requests and protection against DDoS attacks.

Good to know: Some website creation services include these elements from the outset, allowing you to get started with peace of mind without any particular technical expertise.

3. Secure payments and customer data

A. PCI DSS-certified payments:

Use certified payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, etc.)
Never store bank details on your server
Check that your solution is PCI DSS compliant

B. GDPR compliance

Clear privacy policy
Explicit and informed consent
Effective right to be forgotten
Up-to-date processing register

C. Encryption of sensitive data

Encrypted database
Protected customer information
Restricted and tracked access

4. Anticipating threats: the key to sustainable growth

Cybersecurity is not just about reacting: it is based on anticipation. A well-designed website with a solid technical foundation can save you a lot of hassle and unexpected costs.

The figures speak for themselves:

60% of small businesses go bankrupt within 6 months of a cyberattack.
The average cost of a data breach: €150,000.
95% of security incidents could be prevented by basic measures.

Conclusion: Security as a foundation, not an option.

A secure e-commerce site inspires confidence, builds customer loyalty, and protects your revenue in the long term. By choosing a solution that incorporates cybersecurity fundamentals from the outset, you save time, money, and gain valuable peace of mind

The good news? It is now possible to benefit from a secure technical foundation without excessive investment. Our e-commerce offer at 190€, delivered in 72 hours, automatically includes: