{"id":83545,"date":"2021-12-23T07:51:40","date_gmt":"2021-12-23T07:51:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/?p=83545"},"modified":"2021-12-23T07:58:02","modified_gmt":"2021-12-23T07:58:02","slug":"on-voip-privacy-and-security-how-to-ensure-that-your-business-and-your-customers-are-always-protected-when-using-voip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/on-voip-privacy-and-security-how-to-ensure-that-your-business-and-your-customers-are-always-protected-when-using-voip\/","title":{"rendered":"On VoIP Privacy And Security: How To Ensure That Your Business (And Your Customers!) Are Always Protected When Using VoIP"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"79269cf5c79b40a0fba5c0560fa469d3\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>What kind of information are you storing in the VoIP system? Depending on the type of business you&#8217;re running, you could have anything from credit card information to client addresses, to proprietary information within the enterprise.<\/p>\n<p>Imagine if all those got out. It would spell disaster for your enterprise due to lost trust and ruined reputation. Depending on the gravity of the situation, you may not be able to get back up again!<\/p>\n<p>Plus, it could also mean exposing yourself to potential litigation from your clientele and even your staff. For these reasons, we strongly believe in only getting your <a href=\"https:\/\/telnum.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">VoIP solutions from trusted providers like Telnum<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>But although reputable providers like that ensure basic protection from virtual intruders, taking security into your own hands is still necessary.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Keep all information safe and secure by keeping in mind these best practices when using your VoIP:<\/p>\n<h2>Only record what you need<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-83557\" src=\"https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/benefits-of-local-phone-numbers.jpg\" alt=\"benefits of local phone numbers\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/benefits-of-local-phone-numbers.jpg 800w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/benefits-of-local-phone-numbers-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/benefits-of-local-phone-numbers-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/benefits-of-local-phone-numbers-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/benefits-of-local-phone-numbers-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/benefits-of-local-phone-numbers-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>One of the most popular <a href=\"https:\/\/telnum.net\/countries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">benefits of local phone numbers<\/a> is the breadth of information that you can store within the system. But does that mean that you should?<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s no right or wrong answer. There are real benefits to recording everything that happens during office hours. For one, it can be a way to detect problems and improve the work efficiency of low-performing workers. It can also ensure that your staff is actually working when they should.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, there will always be a good argument for centralizing information in one space. It allows everyone to work on complete, reliable, and up-to-date information, which as a result reduces human error.<\/p>\n<p>But the question here is at what cost? This is where you weigh the pros and cons. Perhaps this is also where you realize there should be compromises.<\/p>\n<p>If you truly believe that having some info recorded is necessary, then go for it! Just know that you\u2019ll probably have to take extra measures to keep them safe.<\/p>\n<p>Also, consider the value of keeping some information saved. Would it have that much of an impact on productivity?<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Create protocols on system usage<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>One chink in the armor can be all a hacker would need to get inside your VoIP system. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important that you leave no weakness for them to exploit.<\/p><div class=\"79269cf5c79b40a0fba5c0560fa469d3\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>And you can hire the most expensive security firm out there. But if your staff doesn\u2019t know how to do their part in keeping their login credentials secure, the effectiveness of the other measures you employed would be diluted.<\/p>\n<p>For example, is there a requirement on how strong the password should be? Also, do you make it clear the dangers of connecting to the VoIP system using public WiFi?<\/p>\n<p>Because of the various concerns where carelessness could be a liability, it\u2019s important that you have established protocols for them to follow.<\/p>\n<p>This will prevent breaches in the system that could compromise the safety of the information within it.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Encrypt your WiFi<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-83559\" src=\"https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WiFi-encryption.jpg\" alt=\"WiFi encryption\" width=\"800\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WiFi-encryption.jpg 800w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WiFi-encryption-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WiFi-encryption-600x401.jpg 600w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WiFi-encryption-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WiFi-encryption-585x390.jpg 585w, https:\/\/designbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/12\/WiFi-encryption-263x175.jpg 263w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Any business worth its salt knows that not using WiFi encryption is a bad practice. Encrypting your WiFi is easy and free! Plus, it&#8217;s also one of the simplest ways to improve security and prevent anyone from listening to conversations made using the connection.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re still using WEP, it\u2019s very important that you change the settings right away. It\u2019s an outdated protocol. Set it up to WPA2 or WPA3 combined with a strong WiFi password.<\/p>\n<p>Are those options not available? Then, it\u2019s time to buy a newer router. This small investment can go a long way in protecting the entire system. It\u2019s definitely worth it!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Think about using a VPN<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Encrypted WiFi is much easier to enforce if you\u2019re all in the same office. Because at the end of the day, there\u2019s no way for you to check what your staff is doing at the comforts of their home.<\/p>\n<p>As trustworthy as you believe them to be, there\u2019s no harm in taking a few steps yourself to make sure they\u2019re doing their job.<\/p>\n<p>If your team is located all around the world, it\u2019s important for you to strongly consider encrypting the internet connection you\u2019re using through a virtual private network or VPN. This not only hides VoIP addresses but also provides protection to VoIP calls that you\u2019re making.<\/p>\n<p>But don\u2019t just go with any option. Make sure it\u2019s business-grade. This will ensure that that bandwidth is sufficient enough to prevent call lags and drops.<\/p>\n<p>Securing your VoIP connection should be considered of utmost importance. Think of it this way: if you\u2019re all in a physical building, you definitely don\u2019t want just anyone going in. 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