{"id":57199,"date":"2025-02-06T21:47:43","date_gmt":"2025-02-06T13:47:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com\/learn\/?p=57199"},"modified":"2025-03-03T21:49:05","modified_gmt":"2025-03-03T13:49:05","slug":"wordpress-security-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/learn\/wordpress-security-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"WordPress Security Checklist: Steps to Secure Your Website"},"content":{"rendered":"<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Website security is crucial to protect against potential cyber threats. Following a WordPress security checklist, such as using strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, keeping software updated, and installing security plugins, can help safeguard your site effectively.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>According to a report, the heavy cost of cybercrime on a worldwide scale is as bad as\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/markets\/424\/topic\/1065\/cyber-crime-security\/#overview:~:text=EXPLORE%20INDUSTRY-,Cyber%20Crime%20%26%20Security,-As%20internet%20usage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">9.22 trillion USD<\/a>. On a smaller scale, this means you could fall into a major loss if your website gets compromised. Taking imperative action to secure your website is a must and a worthwhile endeavour.<\/p>\n<p>This\u00a0WordPress security checklist will walk you through the steps you need to take to secure your website and keep it secure.<\/p>\n<h2>Steps to Secure Your WordPress Website<\/h2>\n<p>Here are a few easy steps you can follow to\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/learn\/top-protips-to-make-your-wordpress-website-more-secure-and-faster\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">secure your WordPress website<\/a>:<\/p>\n<h3>1. Use Strong Passwords<\/h3>\n<p>If you would like to begin with something simple, one of the easiest steps to secure your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.com\/support\/security\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WordPress website<\/a>\u00a0is having strong passwords. Weak passwords are easily cracked and leave your account vulnerable to hacking.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Strong passwords guidelines:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use more than 12 characters, and do not use very obvious words<\/li>\n<li>Use the entire keyboard and use uppercase, lowercase, numerals, and special characters and note them down<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Password managers:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>If you\u2019re confused about choosing passwords, you can use a password manager to generate and store strong passwords for you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><em><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0Do not reshuffle old passwords and make them new ones. Use fresh words and numerals, and change your passwords regularly.<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>2. Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)<\/h3>\n<p>This authentication requires a second verification step after you enter your password. This adds an extra layer of security to your website.<\/p>\n<p><strong>2FA plugins:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Plugins like Google Authentication or Two Factor Authentication can be used to protect your website further.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Verification methods:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The common methods you see every day, like SMS codes, email verifications, or app-based authenticators, are examples of strong verification methods.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><em><strong>Pro Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Using app-based authenticators like Google Authenticator will make your website more secure and guarantee a reliable 2FA experience.<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>3.\u00a0 \u00a0Keep WordPress and Plugins Updated<\/h3>\n<p>Other than installing plugins or having a strong password, your website must be updated and running without glitches in order for strong security. If you fall under\u00a0that\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/about\/stats\/#:~:text=0.05%25-,PHP%20Version,-8.4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">31.3%<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/about\/stats\/#:~:text=0.05%25-,PHP%20Version,-8.4\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u00a0of users<\/a>\u00a0still relying on older WordPress versions, you must immediately update your plugins, themes, and WordPress core before your website gets compromised one fine day.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Choosing auto-updates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For regular and minor updates, go for automatic updates to save time and effort.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Manual Updating:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>\u00a0<\/strong>For updates requiring complex processes or changing themes, manually ensure everything gets updated without technical issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><em><strong>Pro Tip:<\/strong>\u00a0Before installing any major update, always back up your website in case something goes wrong with the newer version.<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>4.\u00a0\u00a0Install a Security Plugin<\/h3>\n<p>Carefully choose the best security plugin for your website.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Recommended security plugins for your website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wordfence Security<\/li>\n<li>Sucuri Security<\/li>\n<li>iThemes Security<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Features:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>When selecting a plugin, look for plugins that give you features like malware scanning, firewall protection, and powerful login security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>Also Read:<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/learn\/website-apps\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WordPress Plugins: Easy and Quick Tools to Convert Your Website into a Mobile App<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>5.\u00a0Use SSL Certificates<\/h3>\n<p>Secure Socket Layer (SSL) certificates are reliable locks for your website. Have you looked at the padlock icon that appears with a website\u2019s URL?\u00a0\u00a0That padlock icon means the website is using SSL, meaning, between you and the website, no third person is watching you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>SSL Benefits for Your Website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Encrypts data<\/li>\n<li>Builds a sense of trust<\/li>\n<li>Improves\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/learn\/the-impact-of-domain-age-on-seo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SEO rankings<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How to Get SSL:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Many hosting providers will offer you free SSL certificates through Let\u2019s Encrypt.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><em><strong>Pro Tip:\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><em>Once you have the SSL, check the padlock icon in the address bar.<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>6.\u00a0\u00a0Regular Backups<\/h3>\n<p>Regular backups ensure that your data is protected and contained in other places in case your site crashes or is hacked.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Backup Plugins:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>UpdraftPlus<\/li>\n<li>BackWPup<\/li>\n<li>VaultPress<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Backup Frequency:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>One important habit to acquire is keeping weekly backups of the site and checking them before making significant changes to the website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 100%;\"><em><strong>Pro Tip:\u00a0<\/strong>Store backups in multiple locations like the cloud or external hard drives.<\/em><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Comparison Table: Key Security Measures<\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Security Measure<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Importance<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Recommended Tools\/Plugins<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Strong Passwords<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<td>Password managers<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Two-Factor Authentication<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<td>Google Authenticator, Two-Factor Authentication<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Regular Updates<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<td>Built-in WordPress update system<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Security Plugins<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<td>Wordfence Security, Sucuri Security, iThemes Security<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>SSL Certificates<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<td>Let\u2019s Encrypt, Hosting provider\u2019s SSL service<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Regular Backups<\/td>\n<td>High<\/td>\n<td>UpdraftPlus, BackWPup, VaultPress<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Limit Login Attempts<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>Limit Login Attempts Reloaded, Login LockDown<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Change Admin Username<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>WordPress User Management<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Disable File Editing<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>wp-config.php modification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Monitor User Activity<\/td>\n<td>Medium<\/td>\n<td>WP Activity Log, Simple History<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>By ensuring you follow diligently all the steps in this<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>WordPress security checklist, you can protect your website and hard work against any potential threats. Remember, security is not a one-step thing but an ongoing process. Regularly reviewing and updating your security steps must happen in order to strengthen your website.<\/p>\n<p>Ready to secure your WordPress site with expert solutions? Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crazy Domains<\/a>\u00a0now and explore our comprehensive security resources and tools.<\/p>\n<p>Take the first step in protecting your website today with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.crazydomains.com.au\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Crazy Domains<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Website security is crucial to protect against potential cyber threats. Following a WordPress security checklist, such as using strong passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, keeping software updated, and installing security plugins, can help safeguard your site effectively. 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