All websites need to prioritize security. However, I still see so many sites out there that aren’t using HTTPS.
For those of you who aren’t currently using HTTPS, that needs to change immediately. If you don’t think it’s necessary or that important, you’re mistaken.
The truth is, security impacts the performance of your website.
According to a recent study, 85% of consumers won’t convert if data is being transmitted through a connection that’s unsecured. 82% of Internet users won’t even browse on a website that’s not secure.
Lots of website owners that I consult with seem to think that their site is immune to malicious attacks or hackers because there are bigger and more important companies out there. Why would a hacker waste their time with a small website?
But 43% of cyber attacks target small businesses. So you can’t have the “it won’t happen to me” approach.
As of July 2019, 53% of all websites are using HTTPS.
As you can see from the graph, there has been an increase in HTTPS usage over the last year.
There are still 47% of websites that aren’t using HTTPS. In my opinion, that number is just far too high. That’s what inspired me to write this guide.
If you fall into that category, I’ll tell you everything you need to know abo… Read More