Sharing information on the internet is something we do on a regular basis, whether we realise it or not. We log onto platforms like Instagram or Facebook and often don’t think about the personal information we give while we create an account. But sometimes it’s important to ask ourselves: does a website actually need my personal info?

As much as you should think twice before entering your own data somewhere, as a business owner you should reflect on what you actually need from your clients. Is it really necessary for you to know their address when you provide an online webinar on Zoom? Would it be enough for you to have their name and email address? Do you need to keep their contact details in your database or is it enough to view them and delete them when finished?

Think about what data you actually need to ask of your clients, and only ask for what you truly need. Asking for too much information will not only make your clients more skeptical towards your business, it will also make you a more interesting target for cyber criminals. The more info you document, the higher the chance that a hacker has gotten interested in you - and not in a good way. 😬

Instead, only ask for the data you really need and only store it when necessary. That will make both your clients feel more comfortable and also strengthen your relationship.

But of course, cyber security doesn’t end there! 🙅

In order to give your clients the best experience possible, you need to make sure your business is as safe and secure as it can be - to ensure your clients' personal data is handled with care.

How do you do that? Easy!

Cynch offers a variety of programs to help you and your business become much more secure, not only for your own sake but also for your clients’. By guiding you through the steps to minimise your cyber risk, Cynch will provide you with everything you need to demonstrate to your clients and partners that you’ve taken steps in the right direction. Probably the best way to show off your efforts!

Check out our Cyber Fitness membership to find out more. You can sign up for free and start improving your Cyber Fitness today! 💪