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Security report for sidepanda.com

SidePanda Inc. · E-commerce · N/a

Medium risk. 5 critical or high findings in GDPR outside view, SSL/TLS and 1 other check.

Security score

63/100

Risk levelMedium

0–100, higher is better. How it is calculated

SidePanda Inc. operates a suite of Shopify apps focused on appointment bookings, split payments, and waiver e-signatures, targeting Shopify merchants globally. The company positions itself as a trusted provider with over 3000 Shopify stores using its solutions, offering priority support and multi-country language support. The business model is SaaS-based, leveraging Shopify's app ecosystem for distribution and monetization. Technically, the website is built on Webflow, integrates Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and Crisp Chat for analytics and customer engagement. The site is mobile optimized with good SEO practices and moderate performance. Hosting is via Webflow's CDN, ensuring reliable delivery. However, accessibility features are basic and security headers are missing. Security posture is generally good with HTTPS enforced and no visible sensitive data exposure. The lack of security headers and cookie consent mechanisms are notable gaps. WHOIS data is missing, which raises concerns about domain legitimacy and age, though the website content and Shopify app presence support business credibility. Overall, the website is professional and functional but would benefit from enhanced privacy compliance, improved security headers, and transparent domain registration information to strengthen trust and compliance.

Scanned

NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
53/ 100 · Medium
Checks completed
7of 7

NIS2 Art. 21(2)

  1. (a) Risk analysis and security policies: Not visible from outside
  2. (b) Incident handling: One indicator
  3. (c) Business continuity, backups and crisis management: Not visible from outside
  4. (d) Supply chain security: Not visible from outside
  5. (e) Secure acquisition, development and maintenance, including vulnerability handling: Partly checked
  6. (f) Assessing the effectiveness of security measures: Not visible from outside
  7. (g) Cyber hygiene and security training: Not visible from outside
  8. (h) Cryptography and encryption: Partly checked
  9. (i) HR security, access control and asset management: One indicator
  10. (j) Multi-factor authentication and secured communications: Not visible from outside

This scan rated NIS2 with an earlier keyword method that is no longer shown; rescan for the per-article view. Risk management, continuity, supply chain, training, MFA, management oversight (Art. 20) and incident reporting (Art. 23) need internal evidence, and Guard cannot tell whether NIS2 applies to this organisation.

GDPR is indicative only, based on publicly visible signals: Articles 7, 12, 13 and 32 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive. Not a certification or legal assessment.

Priority findings

5 findings rated critical or high. Fix these first.

  1. GDPR outside view

    These are the privacy signals visitors and data protection authorities look for under GDPR.

    • High

      No Cookie Policy found

      GDPR requires clear information about cookie usage

      What to do: Add a dedicated cookie policy explaining cookie usage and purposes

    • High

      No Cookie Consent Banner found

      GDPR requires explicit consent for non-essential cookies

      What to do: Implement a cookie consent banner that appears on first visit

  2. SSL/TLS

    TLS encrypts the connection and proves the site is really yours. Weak or expiring certificates trigger browser warnings and put traffic at risk.

    • High

      Weak Protocols Supported

      Server supports weak protocols: TLSv1.1

      What to do: Disable TLS 1.0, TLS 1.1, and all SSL versions

      • CWE-327
      • OWASP A04:2025
      • ASVS V12.1.1
    • High

      Weak SSL Key Length

      SSL certificate uses 256-bit key, which is considered weak

      What to do: Use at least 2048-bit RSA or 256-bit ECC key

      • CWE-326
      • OWASP A04:2025
      • Mozilla TLS: Mozilla Server Side TLS 6.0 intermediate: rsa_key_size 2048

  3. DNS health

    DNS sends visitors and email to the right servers. Misconfigured records can cause outages or let someone redirect your traffic.

    • High

      Unregistered MX Record

      MX record points to unregistered domain: u4vggmkdmurxdxyfvermnragqxk7v6s5xfwlcrim2izd3aeplcaa.mx-verification.google.com

      What to do: Remove or fix MX record pointing to unregistered domain

      • RFC 5321 §5.1
      • NIS2 21(2)(i)
      • IR 2024/2690 12.4: Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2690, Annex point 12.4: Asset inventory
      • NIST CM-8: NIST SP 800-53 Rev. 5 CM-8: System Component Inventory

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Results by check

Each check with its score, findings and the evidence it collected.

How this score is calculated

The security score runs 0–100, higher is better. It is the plain average of the security checks that completed in this scan, each counted equally. A check that could not run is left out: it counts neither as a pass nor as a fail.

Counted in this score

SSL/TLS
57
Security headers
60
Email security
60
DNS health
50
Network security
100
GDPR outside view
53
Average
63

Not counted

  • NIS2 outside view: Re-weights evidence from the TLS, email, DNS, network and hygiene checks, so counting it would count that evidence twice. Shown on its own.
  • OffSeq Observations: An AI reading of the site, useful context but not reproducible evidence. Shown on its own.

Findings that cap the score at 49

Each of these is serious on its own, so while any is present the site cannot rate better than high risk, however good the other checks are.

  • The certificate is not trusted by browsers
  • The website is not served over HTTPS
  • A database, remote desktop, file-sharing or Telnet service is reachable from the internet
  • The page loads a script from a compromised source
  • The domain registration has expired
  • SPF authorises every server to send mail as the domain

Partial scans

When the site blocks Guard or most checks cannot run, the score covers only the checks that ran (usually DNS and email), is capped at 75 and is shown as partial, without a risk level.

Risk levels

  • Critical0–25
  • High26–49
  • Medium50–75
  • Low76–100

Technical appendix

Business context, site observations and technical notes gathered during the scan, and the standards behind each reference.

Business context

Business profile

SidePanda targets the e-commerce sector, specifically Shopify merchants needing appointment booking, deposit management, and waiver signing capabilities. Its competitive advantage lies in specialized Shopify app offerings with integrated payment and scheduling features. Revenue likely derives from app subscriptions or usage fees. The company serves a global audience with multi-language support and emphasizes customer support. Growth indicators include 3000+ active Shopify stores and positive customer testimonials. The partnership ecosystem includes Shopify app store and help portal. Strategic observations suggest focusing on expanding privacy compliance and domain legitimacy to enhance market trust.

Security posture

The current security maturity level is moderate to good. HTTPS is properly implemented, and no sensitive data leaks are evident. However, the absence of security headers such as Content-Security-Policy and cookie consent mechanisms indicates compliance gaps, particularly regarding GDPR. Incident response and security policy information are not published, limiting transparency. No vulnerabilities or malware were detected in the analyzed content. The security culture appears functional but could be improved by formalizing policies and enhancing privacy controls.

Recommendations

  1. Implement comprehensive security headers including Content-Security-Policy, X-Frame-Options, and X-Content-Type-Options to mitigate common web attacks.
  2. Add a cookie policy and consent banner to comply with GDPR and other privacy regulations.
  3. Publish a clear security policy and incident response contact information to improve transparency and trust.
  4. Verify and publish domain WHOIS information or use a reputable privacy protection service with transparency to enhance legitimacy.
  5. Enhance accessibility features and conduct regular security audits to maintain a strong security posture.
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
SidePanda Inc.
Description
SidePanda provides appointment bookings, split payments, and waiver e-signature solutions specifically designed for Shopify stores. Their apps include Appointo for appointment scheduling, Depo for deposits and split payments, and SignPanda for e-sign waivers.
Key services
Appointment Booking, Split Payments & Deposits, Waivers E-Signatures
Content quality
good
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
Webflow, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Crisp Chat
Platforms
Shopify
Performance
moderate
Mobile
good
Accessibility
basic
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
80/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enabled
  • No exposed sensitive data in HTML
  • Secure third-party scripts (Google Analytics, Crisp Chat)

Analytics and tracking

Services
Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
basic

Advertising

Marketing tools
Crisp Chat
Transparency
basic

Site quality

Design
good
User experience
good
Content relevance
good
Navigation
good
Professionalism
good
Trustworthiness
moderate

Key observations

  1. Website is fully accessible with no WAF or blocking detected.
  2. WHOIS data is missing, indicating possible recent registration or privacy protection.
  3. Website uses modern technologies and integrates with Shopify platform.
  4. No direct company contact emails or phone numbers found; contact is via form only.
  5. Privacy policy and terms of service pages are present but cookie policy and consent mechanism are missing.
  6. Security headers are not detected; HTTPS is properly configured.
  7. Customer testimonials and app store presence provide trust signals.
  8. No social media links or physical addresses found on the site.
Technical notes

Notes

The website leverages modern web technologies including Webflow CMS, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, and Crisp Chat for analytics and customer engagement. Hosting is via Webflow's CDN, providing reliable performance. The site is mobile optimized with good SEO metadata and structured navigation. However, the lack of security headers and cookie consent mechanisms indicates technical debt in security and privacy compliance. Performance is moderate with room for optimization. The technical stack is appropriate for the business model but requires enhancements in security and privacy controls to reduce risk.
Standards and sources

Reference chips under each finding point to the standard, regulation or specification the finding relates to. They are taken from the official datasets below and mapped conservatively: a finding with no defensible link shows none. NIS2 and GDPR references mark where a finding is relevant evidence, not a compliance verdict. Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2690 binds digital infrastructure and digital service providers; for other entities it is the most detailed public reading of the Article 21 measures. WCAG, EN 301 549, European Accessibility Act and Web Accessibility Directive references name the requirement an automated accessibility rule relates to; they are not a conformance verdict.

Retrieved 2026-10-25

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