Your Security
When making purchases from Stormont-Vail's Online Gift Shop, your credit card number is encrypted prior to transmission over the Internet, using 128-bit secure socket layer (SSL) encryption technology. This technology works in tandem with the built-in security features of Internet browsers such as Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape Navigator. This technology is the most secure form of encryption widely used on the Internet today.

However, no transmission of data over the Internet or any other public network can be guaranteed to be 100% secure. Although we make reasonable efforts to safeguard your personal information once we receive it, we cannot warrant the security of information you transmit to us.

What is 128-bit SSL encryption?
Encryption is a process that scrambles information into a format that unauthorized parties can not decode or utilize; 128-bit encryption is the strongest, most secure form of encryption generally utilized in Internet browsers in North America. It is so secure that the U.S. government restricts the export of this technology outside of the United States and Canada.

The number of bits refers to the size of the key used to encrypt the message. The larger the key, the more secure your personal information.

How can I tell if my browser supports 128 Bit SSL encryption?
Start your browser and select "About" from the "Help" menu. The version of the browser will be displayed. Look for phrases like "domestic" or "U.S." grade encryption. Sometimes 128-bit encryption is also referred to as "strong" encryption.