Can My Site Be Hacked? And How Do We Prevent It?

And how to prevent it - Basic Security

You’ve invested time, love, and money into your website—so the idea of someone hacking into it sounds terrifying, right?

Here’s the truth:
Yes, any site can be hacked—but with the right protection and care, the risk becomes extremely low.

Let’s demystify website hacking and show you how to keep your site safe.

First, How Can a Site Get Hacked?

Hackers don’t usually target you specifically—they look for vulnerable websites. These are some common entry points:

Outdated software or plugins
Weak passwords
Unsecure forms or login pages
Poor hosting or no SSL certificate
Malicious links or uploads

Even a tiny vulnerability can be enough for a bot or hacker to sneak in.

How We Keep Your Website Safe

When you work with us, we build your website with security in mind from day one.
Here’s how we reduce your risk of hacking:

We Use Trusted Platforms

We build on secure, reliable platforms like Squarespace, which has built-in security and automatic updates.

Your Site Has SSL (Secure Socket Layer)

SSL = that little padlock in the browser. It means data entered into your site is encrypted. It’s also important for SEO and user trust.

We Avoid Unnecessary Add-ons

Every plugin or add-on can be a potential risk. We keep things clean and only use trusted, necessary tools.

We Encourage Strong Passwords

We help you set up strong, unique passwords—and we never store your credentials insecurely.

We Stay Up to Date

Web platforms and browsers change. Keep an eye on any future update is needed or if a new risk emerges.

Backups & Support

If something ever goes wrong (rare, but never impossible), we’re here to help you fix it fast.

What You Can Do

Even though we build you a secure site, there are a few things you should do to keep it that way:

Don’t share your login widely
Use unique passwords (not the same as your email or social media)
Avoid uploading unknown files or images
Be cautious of suspicious contact form submissions

So, Can Your Site Be Hacked?

Yes. But will it be, with our protection and your good habits? Unlikely.
Think of your website like a house—we build you solid doors and locks. You just have to remember not to leave the windows open.

Final Note from David & George:

Your website is one of your most valuable digital assets. With the right build, good habits, an backup, it’ll stay safe, secure, and ready for business.