If there’s one phrase more prevalent than ‘website security‘ in the conversations about running a WordPress site, we’re yet to find it. You may already know the ins and outs of protecting your site using security plugins. However, that’s not the only step you can take, especially if you want to leave no stone unturned when it comes to locking down your site. For instance, a Web Application Firewall (WAF) is a vital tool for ensuring that your site can stand up to malicious users and bots. However, on many sites, it’s either not implemented in the most optimal way […]
Assessing Your Approach to Website Security: A Simple How-To Guide
Security concerns don’t have an off-season. Now is always the right time to perform an audit of the way you approach security on your clients’ websites. It’s worth noting that this is a battle you’ll often have to fight on two fronts. On one side, you’ll need to contend directly against those who wish harm to your clients’ sites. However, you may also experience some roadblocks put in place by the clients themselves. The good news is that the requirements for a safe and secure site are both minimal and achievable. In this post, we’ll look at how to determine […]
3 Ways to Protect Your WordPress Website Without a Dedicated Plugin
Developers are a resourceful bunch – when an issue arises, you’ll tend to develop your own solutions. Website security is no different, although it may be worth considering the extra liability involved. While there are a number of security plugins already on the market, you can easily update your theme’s functions.php file to add a few levels of extra security to WordPress. However, as you learn more about security and how important it is to fully secure your site, it quickly becomes a full-time job. This means investigating other solutions, especially if it can save you some time. In this […]
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