Hata Deli Website Security & Payment Information

Last Updated: [2025-10-07]

At Hata Deli, the security of your personal information and payment data is our highest priority. We have implemented robust measures to ensure that your online shopping experience is not only convenient but also fundamentally secure.

1. Our Commitment to Security
We protect our website and your data with industry-standard security technologies and practices. Our goal is to ensure that all transactions are safe and that your sensitive information remains confidential.

2. Secure Payment Processing with WooPayments
We have partnered with WooPayments (powered by Stripe) to process all online credit and debit card payments. WooPayments is a leading payment gateway trusted by millions of businesses worldwide.

This means:

  • We Never See Your Full Card Details: Your payment information is entered directly into WooPayments’ secure payment form and is never stored on our internal servers. It is handled entirely by WooPayments and its banking partners.
  • PCI DSS Compliance: WooPayments is a Level 1 PCI DSS compliant service provider. This is the highest level of certification in the payment card industry, ensuring that all card data is processed, stored, and transmitted using the most stringent security standards.
  • Encrypted Data Transmission: All data you send to our website, especially payment details, is encrypted using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security (TLS) technology. You can confirm this by looking for the padlock icon 🔒 in your browser’s address bar.

3. Data Encryption
Our entire website is secured with SSL/TLS encryption. This creates a secure tunnel between your browser and our website, protecting all communication—from browsing our menu to completing your purchase—from being intercepted by third parties.

4. Account Security
If you create an account on our site, you are responsible for keeping your login credentials (email and password) confidential. We encourage you to use a strong, unique password for your account.

5. What You Can Do
While we work hard to protect your data, we also recommend that you:

  • Ensure you are using a modern, updated web browser.
  • Keep your computer’s operating system and antivirus software up to date.
  • Be cautious of phishing emails pretending to be from us. Hata Deli will never email you asking for your password or full credit card number.

6. Transparency and Compliance
Our business and website adhere to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) requirements through our use of WooPayments. We are committed to maintaining the highest levels of security and transparency.

7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about the security of your data or our payment processes, please do not hesitate to contact us:

Hata Deli
359 Carlton St.
St. Catharines, ON
[hata.foodmarket@gmail.com]
[1-416-8367526]

Why this policy is effective:

  • Names the Technology: Mentioning “WooPayments” and “Stripe” by name adds immediate credibility, as these are well-known and trusted platforms.
  • Explains the Key Benefit: The phrase “We Never See Your Full Card Details” is the most powerful reassurance you can give a customer. It immediately alleviates their primary fear.
  • Uses Trusted Keywords: Terms like “PCI DSS Compliant,” “SSL/TLS,” and “encrypted” are industry standards that security-conscious customers look for.
  • Clear and Concise: It avoids overly technical jargon and explains complex security concepts in simple, easy-to-understand language.
  • Proactive and Reassuring: The tone is confident and proactive, focusing on the measures taken to protect the customer, which builds trust.