A few simple steps can make a big difference in keeping your Jimdo account and website secure. This checklist takes about 15 minutes and covers the essentials for protecting your account, avoiding scams, securing your website, and knowing what to do if something goes wrong.
Secure your account
- Use a strong, unique password for your Jimdo account.
- Turn on two-factor authentication (2FA).
- Secure the email account linked to your Jimdo account.
Protect yourself from scams
- Learn to recognize genuine emails from Jimdo and know the warning signs of phishing.
Protect your website
- Check that your domain shows the padlock (SSL).
- Activate spam protection on your forms.
- Password protect private pages.
- Keep your own devices up to date.
Be prepared
- Know what to do if something looks wrong. Follow the steps in I think my account has been hacked.