Your website isn’t just your online home; it’s also your brand’s reputation, a client trust-builder, and a vital part of your business.
Protecting it isn’t optional; it’s essential.
Here’s how to properly protect your website:
1. Choose Secure Hosting
Start with a reputable hosting company offering SSL certificates, firewalls, malware protection, and daily backups.
2. Keep Everything Updated
Outdated WordPress versions, plugins, and themes are easy targets for hackers. Always keep them updated to close security gaps.
3. Use Strong, Unique Passwords
Never reuse passwords! Create complex passwords and use a password manager like LastPass or 1Password to keep them safe.
4. Install a Security Plugin
Plugins like Wordfence, Sucuri, or WP All in One Security add critical protection:
- Blocking hacking attempts
- Malware scanning
- Activity monitoring
- Real-time security alerts
5. Set Up Regular Malware Scanning
Silent malware can destroy trust and kill SEO. Run automatic scans weekly to catch and remove threats early.
6. Hide Your WordPress Version
Hackers use visible WordPress version numbers to target known vulnerabilities.
Use a security plugin to hide your WordPress version from public view, it’s an easy but powerful security step.
7. Set Up Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
Add an extra layer of protection to your login process.
With 2FA, even if someone guesses your password, they still need a second code (usually from your phone) to log in.
Major security win!
8. Schedule Regular Backups
Daily or weekly automatic backups are critical. If anything goes wrong, you can restore your full site without losing valuable content.
9. Enable SSL (HTTPS)
SSL encryption protects your visitors’ data, builds trust, and even helps boost your Google rankings. Make sure your URL shows the secure padlock!
10. Limit Login Attempts
Prevent brute-force hacking by limiting login attempts and locking out repeated failures automatically.
Website security isn’t just tech work; it’s business protection, client protection, and reputation protection.Stay proactive, stay protected.
Contact us today or check out our Hosting and maintenance services to keep your website secure, updated, and protected while you focus on growing your business.
