3 things to watch when it comes to your credit union website’s cybersecurity

As a credit union leader, you value your members’ privacy and security. With nearly 78% of the population preferring to bank online vs. a brick-and-mortar branch, having a website that looks good, performs well, and is secure is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity.

Take a look at your current credit union website. More than likely, your website is protected by an SSL certificate – also known as the padlock at the top of your web browser’s address bar. But, what other means of protecting your website is your current website provider taking to keep you and your members protected from cyber-attacks?

Look at your website’s Content Management System (or CMS)

There’s a wide array of Content Management Systems to choose from. WordPress, Squarespace, Wix, and Joomla are just a few. However, not all CMSs’ are created equal. As the preferred web development partner for innovative credit unions, we’ve been building websites with WordPress since 2017. Whether it’s for the user-friendly interface, the flexibility, or the ease of updating, there’s a reason 43% of websites on the Internet are built using WordPress.

 

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