Security

When you’re running a WordPress website, ensuring that your data is protected is of the utmost importance. However, figuring out how to safeguard your critical files can be challenging. The good news is that there are multiple strategies you can use to back up your website. That way, if anything does go wrong (such as a security breach), you’ll be able to roll your site back to a previous version. In this post, we’ll start by explaining why it’s vital to create regular backups of your website. Then we’ll discuss three key tips you can use for creating and implementing […]

Performing regular backups can keep your site safe and provide peace of mind. However, if you’ve only just set up your WordPress site or have limited technical knowledge, this task may sound a bit daunting.  Fortunately, backing up your site can be a straightforward process. There are different methods you can use, some of which won’t require much work on your part.  In this post, we’ll talk about the importance of regular backups. We’ll then walk you through three methods you can use to back up your site. Let’s get started! Why You Should Perform Regular Backups WordPress is the […]

It’s common knowledge that WordPress themes and plugins can make your site more vulnerable to attack. However, third-party libraries can also leave your site susceptible to hackers. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to protect your WordPress installation – even when the security loophole originates from third-party code. This has never been more important, as a critical vulnerability was recently discovered in the library that WordPress uses to send emails.  In this post, we’ll discuss what this new object injection vulnerability is, and why it could spell disaster for your website. We’ll then share three simple ways to protect […]

WordPress is one of the world’s most popular Content Management Systems (CMS). However, it’s also a favorite target among hackers, with 4.3 billion attempts to exploit vulnerabilities recorded in a single year. As a site owner, you may find this figure very worrying.  Thankfully, there are ways to make your site less susceptible to attacks. By becoming an expert in HTTP security headers, you can restrict the actions that servers and browsers can perform – even if your site contains a known vulnerability.  In this post, we’ll discuss what HTTP headers are, and why they’re an important tool in any […]

Since it powers over 40 percent of the web, WordPress is a popular target for attacks. If a hacker manages to break into one WordPress website, they potentially have the key to millions of others – including yours. Part of keeping your site safe is understanding the risks. As a website owner, this may seem like a daunting subject. However, once you know what you’re up against, you can take the necessary steps to defend your site. In this article, we’ll discuss the importance of securing your WordPress site, and explore four of the biggest threats against it. Along the […]

Data breaches and other forms of cybercrime have been on the rise in recent years. It seems like hackers are continually coming up with new ways to access and sell personal information. With people spending so much time online, you may be thinking about online security more than ever. If you’re concerned about your privacy, you might want to consider using a Virtual Private Network (VPN). In addition to security, VPNs have other handy applications you may be interested in taking advantage of. In this article, we’ll explain what a VPN is and how it works. Then we’ll go over […]

If your site loads quickly and promises a secure browsing experience, you’ll be less likely to face problems building an audience. However, there are lots of factors that go into creating a high-performing, secure WordPress site. As a busy website owner, continuously testing and improving your website’s speed and security can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, WordPress comes with a built-in Site Health Check that can do some of the hard work for you. This tool will scan your site, identify issues, and provide a clear, actionable plan to achieve a high level of WordPress performance and security. In this article, we’ll […]

Today’s internet users are security-conscious. By installing a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificate and migrating from HTTP to HTTPS, you can prevent data theft and encourage even the most cautious of visitors to trust your website. However, you may encounter a number of errors when doing so, including a mixed content warning. Fortunately, there are several ways to resolve this error without rolling back those all-important SSL and HTTPS changes. By following a few simple techniques, you can continue providing your visitors with the highest level of security, with zero errors. In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to […]

This month brought some bad news for eCommerce retailers whose sites run on WordPress: a hugely popular plugin has a hugely dangerous flaw. Welcart, which has a huge market share in Japan, allows hackers to steal credit card information and crash websites. The news, though certainly damaging for Welcart, will do little to dent the popularity of WP. There are still plenty of reasons to choose WordPress for eCommerce, and plenty of excellent (and secure) examples of sites. Similarly, no-one is accusing WP of being insecure per se. The vulnerability does, however, highlight that plugins and themes, and even very […]