Website security: why it matters even if you’re a small business
You don’t need to be a bank to get hacked. Here’s what small businesses should check and why it takes five minutes.
Most small business owners think hackers only go after big companies. That's not true. Automated bots scan millions of websites every day, looking for common mistakes — and they don't care how big you are.
The most common problems we see
After scanning thousands of small business websites, the same issues keep coming up:
Missing HTTPS or expired certificates. If your browser shows "Not secure" next to your URL, visitors leave — and Google pushes you down in search results.
Exposed server information. Many websites accidentally tell visitors (and attackers) exactly which software they run and which version. That makes it easy to look up known vulnerabilities.
No security headers. Headers are small instructions your site sends to browsers. Without them, attackers can inject scripts, trick users into clicking hidden buttons, or load your site inside theirs.
Outdated plugins. If you use WordPress, Shopify, or any platform with plugins, outdated ones are the number-one way attackers get in.
Why this matters for your business
A hacked website doesn't just go down. It can:
Fixing these problems after an attack costs ten times more than preventing them.
What you can do today
You don't need to be technical. A quick external scan can spot the most common problems in under a minute. SiteIntel checks your site for HTTPS issues, missing headers, exposed information, and more — and explains every finding in plain English.
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