Usually, events are high-energy endeavors that leave participants with a favorable impression of a brand or company. As planners prepare an event they often focus only on the entertainment aspect or on the experience of attendees. But, it is also important to plan for event data security.

The gathering of professionals who attend events to share knowledge through presentations and networking is the primary value proposition of live events. And the more people will attend the more data to be protected. Whether you are hosting a corporate event or a private event, the tips below can be incorporated into your security plans to ensure optimal event data security:

Ensure there is an Authentication Tool in Place

Multi-factor authentication is the main tool to protect data and is the easiest to implement. When you implement this tool on your event’s site or application, users will make use of a username and login plus a second component, usually a text message including security code.

Another option involves a password-free login. With this option, users tap a button that creates an automated email containing an encrypted keycode instead of entering their username and password. After sending the email, the key gets processed and the user gets automatically logged in.

Pick the Right Third-Party App or Website

Leveraging some kind of online vent page or app will let you target the biggest audience possible. Also, this will increase the accessibility and visibility of your work. Ensure to prioritize security. Otherwise, it will not matter who will see your signup form or page. If you are thinking about a third-party app or website, consider the following built-in security features:

• Secure integration. If you host an event, you must keep track of the event itself. Also, you must focus on ticketing and registration. Ensure you can integrate various platforms with the page or app of your event in a secure and dependable way.

• Badge scanning. An application or website that features a built-in QR code scanner will let you quickly check in your guests. Also, it is a reliable and safe way to track attendance.

• Data break-in prevention. The majority of web-based services need to store all data in one central database, which makes it easier for hackers to access the data. That is why you may want to look into an application that can store information that any unauthorized users won’t be able to penetrate.