Introduction
When it comes to running a successful site, securing your WordPress website should be just as important as designing it or publishing great content. With millions of active WordPress installations worldwide, the platform is a common target for hackers, bots, and other cyber threats.
The good news? It’s not hard to protect your site once you know what to look out for. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned site owner, these tips will help you tighten your security and keep everything running safely and smoothly.
1. Hide Your Login Page from Bots
One of the most common attacks on WordPress sites is brute-force login attempts. These bots target the default login pages—/wp-login.php and /wp-admin—and repeatedly guess login credentials until they gain access.
A quick way to stop this is by installing the WPS Hide Login plugin. It lets you change your login URL to something custom, which effectively hides your admin page from bots. This small tweak makes a big impact when it comes to securing your WordPress website from unauthorized access.
2. Enable Two-Factor Authentication
Even the strongest passwords can be compromised, so adding an extra layer of security is a must. The WP 2FA plugin makes two-factor authentication easy to implement and manage.
With 2FA enabled, users must enter a second verification code—usually from their mobile device—along with their password. It’s one of the most effective ways of securing your WordPress website, especially admin accounts, against unauthorized logins.
3. Keep Everything Updated
Outdated plugins, themes, and core files are a leading cause of WordPress vulnerabilities. Developers release updates to fix security issues, but if you’re not applying those updates, your site is exposed.
Here’s where Inwebify gives you the edge.
Our Managed WordPress Hosting includes monthly maintenance, where we handle all updates for you—core, plugins, themes, everything. Plus, we offer content and design changes too. It’s all part of our fully managed, all-inclusive hosting experience that’s only available at Inwebify.
Another step toward securing your WordPress website—without lifting a finger.
4. Use a Trusted Security Plugin
Installing a trusted security plugin is one of the smartest ways to monitor and protect your site. Plugins like Wordfence, iThemes Security and Sucuri offer real-time scanning, malware cleanup, and login protection.
These tools do the heavy lifting by alerting you to threats and automatically blocking known malicious activity. Combined with other best practices, a good plugin adds another important layer to securing your WordPress website.
5. Choose Secure WordPress Hosting
Your site is only as secure as the server it’s hosted on. That’s why choosing a trusted hosting provider is crucial.
At Inwebify, our Managed WordPress and WooCommerce Hosting plans are built with security at the core:
- Advanced firewall protection
- DDoS protection
- Brute-force attack prevention
- Automated malware scans
- Secure server architecture
- Daily backups and site monitoring
We don’t just host your site—we actively protect it. When it comes to securing your WordPress website, your hosting should work with you, not against you.
Bonus Security Tips
Here are a few more tips to help you secure your WordPress site like a pro:
- Use strong, unique passwords and change them regularly.
- Disable XML-RPC unless it’s absolutely necessary.
- Install an SSL certificate to enable HTTPS and encrypt user data.
- Limit login attempts and restrict access by IP if possible.
- Backup regularly using tools like UpdraftPlus or rely on Inwebify’s built-in backup system.
Each of these steps plays a key role in securing your WordPress website from both common and advanced threats.
Final Thoughts
Cyber threats are growing, but that doesn’t mean your site has to be vulnerable. From login protection to 2FA and secure hosting, you now have the tools and knowledge to stay ahead of the game.
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Inwebify gives you everything you need for a truly hands-free WordPress experience. With our fully managed WordPress hosting or WooCommerce hosting, we handle all the security, updates, backups, and even content or design changes—so you can focus on growing your business, not managing your website.
