Useful post to protect your Wordpress site using .htaccess

by zakclayton

Posted: 10 years ago 1 replies

INTERNET MARKETING

Hey guys,

Just came across this in my inbox this morning and i know some of you were concerned with Wordpress security a week or so ago. This post has some tips on how to help prevent security breaches by simply editing your .htaccess file.

https://www.tsohost.com/blog/8-ways-...with-.htaccess

Please note that this will not 100% secure your site, other measures should be taken. Please post your favorite security measures below, share the love!

#htaccess #post #protect #security #site #wordpress

nicheblogger75 10 years ago

I use a combination of this technique plus the plugin "Wordfence Security" on all of my WP installs and it has proved to be an effective "1-2 punch" against hackers. Of course, there is also NO EXCUSE not to have backups of your sites and databases as well. Here's another good tutorial about how to protect your WP installs:

Wordpress Login - Brute Force Attack « HostGator.com Support Portal

This is also very effective against "brute force" attacks.
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