How do I know if ordering online is secure?

At NORDSTROM.com, protecting your information is a priority.
We use Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) to encrypt your credit card number, name and address, so only NORDSTROM.com is able to decode your information.

To be sure your connection is secure, look at the bottom status bar of your browser window. If you see an unbroken key or a closed lock (depending on your browser) the SSL is active and your information is secure. Most browsers offer additional security alerts, as well.

With regard to overall security, we always use industry standard encryption technologies when transferring and receiving data exchanged with our site. The facilities that house our servers are physically secured to protect against the loss, misuse or alteration of all data and information collected.