Knowledge Base
Protecting Sensitive Data on Your Website
Data Protection Guide
Handle customer and business data responsibly.
What is Sensitive Data?
- Customer names and addresses
- Email addresses
- Payment information
- Passwords
- Health information
- Financial data
HTTPS is Essential
SSL encryption protects data in transit. Your free Let's Encrypt certificate handles this.
Minimize Data Collection
- Only collect what you need
- Don't store payment details locally
- Use payment processors (Stripe, PayPal)
Secure Storage
- Database should be protected
- Encrypt sensitive fields if possible
- Regular backups (encrypted)
Access Control
- Limit who can access data
- Use appropriate user roles
- Audit access regularly
Privacy Policy
- Tell users what you collect
- Explain how you use data
- Required by GDPR, CCPA, etc.
Data Breach Response
- Identify what was exposed
- Secure the vulnerability
- Notify affected users
- Report if required by law