Keeping up with Facebook: SSL certificates for custom tabs and apps
Facebook is constantly evolving. On 1 October 2011, the social media platform made it mandatory that all Facebook Pages using custom apps or tabs created outside of Facebook are hosted on a server with an SSL certificate.
Security is your friend, but make sure your fans can still see you!
The Secure Socket Layer (SSL) protocol was created to ensure transactions between servers and browsers are secure. This certification protects your private data, such as contact or payment details.
Facebook has come under a lot of fire over the past few years regarding their constantly changing privacy settings and the lack of information and advice regarding them.
This update is a strong move by Facebook to maintain the privacy desires of their users, and offers greater protection to what information is shared within the platform. But remember: you are still sharing information online!
We are amazed to see how many tabs and apps still haven’t been updated yet.
What does this actually mean?
All Facebook users have the option to browse Facebook via a secure connection (https) when possible.
This option can be configured in the Security section of your Account Settings, which is accessed via the drop arrow in the top right hand corner of Facebook when you are logged in (see screenshot below).
This option has now been forced onto all content within Facebook. So if a Facebook Page has an app or tab that is not hosted on a secure server, users will either not see the tab or app at all, or will see this message:
This message doesn’t make a business or brand on Facebook look very professional…
Any tab or app that is hosted on a secure server will function as normal. Apps and tabs created by third party apps or services endorsed by Facebook may also function properly, however you will need to check with the third party provider to be sure.
What should you do?
If you are unsure about your app or tab, first check whether your app or tab appears when you are browsing over a secure connection when logged into Facebook (by activating the security settings above).
If it doesn’t display, you will need to have an SSL certificate installed on the server where your tab or app is hosted and resubmit it to Facebook. Facebook provides some details about the secure browsing requirements here.
There are a range of SSL certificate options with varying costs. Make sure you get the right one for your function and server.
As we developed the Beerenberg Facebook Page apps before this update, we needed to purchase and install an SSL certificate on their server prior to the deadline.
It’s now become part of our process to arrange and install SSL certificates for all new custom Facebook Page tabs and apps, such as the two we recently launched for Adelaide Biplanes (shown above) and Port Elliot Beach House YHA (shown below).
This update is another way Facebook keep us all on our toes, but we still believe it’s a fun and exciting time to be involved in the big wide world of digital!
Happy birthday Phil!
The cupcake shop is doing well out of us this month, with our third team member birthday in less than two weeks!
Yesterday we celebrated the birthday of our digital graphic designer – Phil – who seemed slightly overwhelmed by his cupcake… Happy birthday Phil!
Happy birthday Brenton!
Cupcakes! Cupcakes! Cupcakes! Yesterday we celebrated the birthday of our Director and BDM, Brenton!
We think he’s making a reference to the “jolly good” aspect of his birthday, not any significant year… 
Happy birthday Dylan!
Our first birthday for 2012 belonged to web developer Dylan, and we celebrated* with our customary cupcakes! Happy birthday Dylan!
*Last week. This is a belated birthday blog. Sorry Dylan.
Welcome Kim!
Happy new year! Welcome to 2012, and a very warm welcome to our new Administration Assistant, Kim Danton.
Kim replaces Jaz – who is off to explore Deutschland! – and has previously worked in both hospitality and accounts, making her ideal to manage our day-to-day studio and business administration tasks.
Two weeks in and we reckon Kim is a perfect addition to our team, sociable, efficient and fun, all rolled up in one! Welcome aboard Kim!
We are looking for an Administration Assistant!
We need someone to join our team in the vital role of Administration Assistant.
Do you think you fit the bill?
- You must be talented and passionate about what you do.
- You must be keen and energetic, wanting to learn and be an integral part of a close knit team.
- You must enjoy working in a vibrant and fast paced industry.
- You must love change and be willing to do a number of tasks throughout any day.
- You will have Administration Assistant experience, preferably at Clerk Level 3 and MYOB account entry experience.
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Job details and application info can be found here.
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Our celebration of ping pong…
It’s no secret we’re big table tennis fans at Memphis.
Our table gets a healthy workout daily from the team at lunch and after work, as well as the all important times during the day when you just need to clear your head from heavy digital strategy, design, development and project management tasks.
So to celebrate our love of the game – and to further decorate our studio in our own style – our amazing Creative Director, Flavio Argemi, designed a sweet infographic on the UNOfficial Rules of Ping Pong, which now proudly adorns the wall near our ping pong table.
If you like it, you can download a PDF of the infographic here.
Game on!
Bonjour Phil!
What a year it’s been! New office, and so many new faces within it!
The newest face belongs to Phil Moule who joins our creative team as Digital Designer after working for the past few years as a freelance web designer.
In addition to his mad design skillz, Phil is an avid basketballer and cyclist (both mountain and road). Let’s see how those skillz translate to table tennis… game on!
Welcome Phil!
Our global work expands with Lancer Beer USA digital strategy & website commission
We are massively excited to be able to announce that The Memphis Agency has been commissioned to develop the digital marketing strategy and website development for Lancer Beer USA – part of Lancer Corporation.
Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, Lancer Corporation is a leading manufacturer and marketer of beverage dispensing systems serving customers throughout the world. Lancer Corporation is a subsidiary of Hoshizaki Electric Co. Ltd., one of the world’s largest suppliers of commercial kitchen equipment, with yearly revenue in excess of USD 2 Billion.
The commission follows the highly successful implementation of the Lancer Beverage digital marketing strategy and website for Hoshizaki Lancer in Australasia.
We’re Hiring – Digital Designer!
Are you an experienced digital designer with outstanding skills in designing truly engaging, social and brand driven user interfaces?
Yes? Great! Read on…
Who are you – skills wise?
You have experience designing modern, engaging, brand and socially driven websites.
You may also have experience & knowledge of mobile and tablet apps.
You may be either a junior, mid-level or senior designer. Your digital design skills and passion for the medium are what is important to us, not how long you’ve been working.
If you are a traditional brand and print designer you will need to impress us with not only your design skills, but also your knowledge and passion to leave the old world behind and get into digital.
Who are you – as a person?
You love everything digital. You live and breathe it. You want to take the next step and be part of an agency that not only has real coffee, but will allow you the opportunity to work on some very cool digital projects.
You are a great person – really fantastic to be around. You inspire your colleagues to achieve great things – especially programmers who will love to code your outstanding design interfaces.
What are the job details?
This is a full time permanent gig. Your salary will be commensurate with your skills, expertise and experience.
You’ll be working in a modern studio environment and be joining our leading (and fast growing) team of digital project managers, strategy & social media experts, designers and developers. We work hard, but we like to have fun too.
Who are we?
The Memphis Agency is a digital experience agency based in Adelaide. We are at the forefront of digital marketing solutions & custom software, working with clients globally and throughout Australia.
What should you sent us?
Please provide examples of the websites and digital apps you’ve designed, details on your career thus far, and any other relevant information about yourself.
Your application – delivered in digital format only – should be sent to;
Brenton Cannizzaro
Principal
The Memphis Agency
employment@thememphisagency.com
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