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Wordpress Security

by techservice
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I read a few horror stories recently about wordpress security and the need to get security plug-in etc. What's the deal and what the best security option?
#security #wordpress
  • Profile picture of the author azmanar
    Hi,

    Go here and read some basic WP Security tips : http://www.warriorforum.com/blogs/az...han-sorry.html
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  • Profile picture of the author WeaverJ972
    Thanks for the information, is there a plug-in that you can use to help with this at all?
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    • Profile picture of the author Kingfish85
      Originally Posted by WeaverJ972 View Post

      Thanks for the information, is there a plug-in that you can use to help with this at all?
      Did you read the link for the article that Azmanar posted above?
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      • Profile picture of the author PioneeringProfits
        Its a good idea to update your plugins regularly as they often close those security holes, and keep backups of your site.
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        • Profile picture of the author azmanar
          Originally Posted by PioneeringProfits View Post

          Its a good idea to update your plugins regularly as they often close those security holes, and keep backups of your site.
          Very true.
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  • Profile picture of the author so11
    Originally Posted by Big Energy View Post

    I read a few horror stories recently about wordpress security and the need to get security plug-in etc. What’s the deal and what the best security option?
    Hello,

    You might got it wrong...Yes you always need to think security, but it doesn't imply that you NEED security plugins.

    Understand and identify what needs to be protected and only then get security plugins or other security related products or services.
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  • Profile picture of the author andreasdl
    I agree with so11.

    Security isn't about installing just 1 plugin and you're done.

    If you have budget you can pay some companies to work for you, there are also some good online services for this.

    Otherwise you can do some best practices (If you're confused I can tell you some of them but a search on google will probably do the same), have a good daily backup and still be happy
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  • Profile picture of the author persianprince
    I like the Better WP Security plugin. There is also WordFence and some others.

    You should also read these links about securing your wordpress:

    Secure Wordpress
    5 Steps To Improve WordPress Security - WordPress Tutorials - SecurePress
    How to stop hacking and harden your Wordpress site - Stephen Gates - A Creative Director's blog on digital design, advertising and branding
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