WordPress protection

Section: WordPress Security
WordPress Protection - ensuring the security of the site on the WordPress CMS. Here you will find the necessary materials regarding the protection and security of sites on WP. Denying access to the WordPress admin area, Disabling PHP execution in certain folders, Protecting the wp-config.php file, WordPress SQL injection, security plugins for WordPress CMS sites and much more on this topic.
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1. Choose a reputable host
The first smart choice you can make to secure your WordPress site is to choose a reliable hosting company to host it. From helping you with proper registration to protecting your data from cyberattacks, they provide affordable support when you need it.

As they say, “Think of your website like your home and your hosting company like your neighbor. Just as you want to live in a community with the means to keep you safe, your website should be run by a company that protects your data and your interests.”

Proper hosting can affect your site's performance, search engine rankings, and protection from attacks and intrusions. A good host will offer many useful features such as quality customer support, reliable server uptime, and regular backups.
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2. Update your WordPress version
WordPress is a great platform designed to provide the best functionality for any type of website. It also has many security features out of the box. This is because good people care about security and are always looking for new ways to make the platform more secure.

However, there will always be scammers who will take the time to look for exploits. WordPress developers also spend time looking for these vulnerabilities in order to develop patches and updates to fix them.

Because of this, it is important that you always update WordPress core to the latest version.

Some WordPress installations may automatically update to the latest version, while others may require you to initiate the update manually. It is very important to keep the kernel files up to date to prevent any attack.
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3. Choose themes and plugins wisely
If you are not a WordPress veteran, you can use the official WordPress repository for your themes and plugins. Alternatively, you can use a trusted premium provider.

Of course, there are millions of themes and plugins on third-party sites, but choosing the right one can be a challenge.

If you choose to look for themes and plugins on third-party sites and free providers, make sure you pick one that other WordPress users have reviewed and appreciated well.

It is important to note here that some of these files can be used by hackers to gain access to your website, so you need to pinpoint their source.

If you are unsure about security, you can use the WordPress Theme Authenticity Checker plugin to check the security and authenticity of your installed theme or plugin.
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4. Use SSL
One of the main methods of hacking websites is a “man in the middle” attack, in which information exchanged between users and your website is intercepted by a hacker (“man in the middle”).
Such intercepted information can be stolen, transferred or changed. The easiest way to prevent this type of attack is to install an SSL certificate on your website, converting it from insecure HTTP to more secure HTTPS.

An SSL certificate acts like a digital handshake, certifying that information sent and received between your server and users has not been tampered with.

In addition to making your WordPress site more secure, HTTPS is also a ranking factor that can improve your page's Google ranking.
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5. Create secure login credentials
Over 8% of hacked websites are caused by weak passwords. That's why it's important to choose your login credentials carefully. Needless to say, your password is the most important part of your login credentials and should be created with security in mind.
If you feel like you can't create secure passwords, I recommend using a WordPress password generator.

It will generate an almost unbreakable password for you right in WordPress. Just keep your details in a safe place, or use a secure password manager so you don't forget them.
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6. Implement two-factor authentication (2FA)
Another way to secure your WordPress installation is to use something called two-factor authentication. This refers to a number of steps that you must take before visiting your website.

2FA involves using a smartphone or mobile device to verify that you are the actual owner before logging in. First, you must enter your username and password on the WordPress admin page as usual.

A unique code will then be sent to the device you enrolled, which you must provide to complete the login process.

Like all other WordPress features, 2FA can be added using plugins such as two-factor authentication. Another option is a two-factor plugin created by the WordPress developers.
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7. Back Up Your Website Regularly
So, a little honesty. Even if you implement all the methods described here, no matter how small, your website can still fall victim to a security breach. This is why you need to make regular backups of your WordPress site.

Backing up your website is the best way to protect it in the event of a hack. Backups store a mirror copy of your website in a safe place so that in the event of a hack, you can easily restore lost files from backups. Thus, you can quickly restore your site to its previous state and continue your business.
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