A hacked or insecure website loses customers, data and rankings. Website security — starting with HTTPS/SSL — is essential, and it’s a confirmed Google ranking signal.
The security basics every site needs
- SSL certificate (HTTPS) — encrypts data and shows the padlock customers trust.
- Regular updates — core, themes and plugins kept current.
- Strong logins — unique passwords and 2FA.
- Backups — automatic, so you can restore fast.
- A firewall / security plugin to block attacks.
Security helps SEO too
Google favours secure, fast sites and warns users away from “Not secure” pages. Locking your site down protects both trust and rankings. We secure and maintain websites for SA businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an SSL certificate necessary?
Yes — it’s required for trust, security and rankings. Most quality hosting includes it.
What if my site says ‘Not secure’?
You need SSL installed and HTTPS forced. We fix this quickly.
Do you maintain and back up sites?
Yes — ongoing maintenance, updates and backups are part of our service.
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