Website hacking refers to the act of unauthorized access into a computer, computer system, computing devices or computer network without the permission of the rightful persons. Every possible act committed to breaking into a computer, computing device or network refers to hacking. In general, hackers use ready-made or custom-written computer programs to intrude into the target computer, network or other computing devices with a mottos of destruction, stealing or gaining access to confidential information. While some hackers intrude the computers for personal monetary gains whereas some hackers do it for stealing confidential data. Some of the main motto of website hacking are stealing information related to bank accounts and cards, stealing of personal data, and gaining access to confidential information.  The Government, e-commerce and other popular websites are general more vulnerable to the hackers.

10 Security Tips To Protect Your Website From Hackers

1. Switch to HTTPS
   
2. Keep All Software Updated
   
3. Make Admin Directories Tough to Spot
   
4. Build Layers of Security Around Your Site
   
5. Regularly test your website for vulnerabilities
   
6. Backup website and sensitive data periodically
   
7. Encrypt all communications that might interest hackers
   
8. Keep Search Engines Away from Indexing the Admin Section
   
9. Eliminate risky software & plug-ins that jeopardize online security
   
10. Choose strong usernames and passwords for your control panels, and also your FTP and database access.