Category WordPress Security

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From Cleaning Hacked Sites to Melapress: How Robert Abela Built Security Plugins Trusted by Thousands of Users

From cleaning hacked WordPress sites to running a 7-person security plugin company, Robert Abela never planned to become an entrepreneur. But when he discovered a critical gap in WordPress security logging, everything changed. That led him to build WP Activity Log, which grew from a… Read More »

The post From Cleaning Hacked Sites to Melapress: How Robert Abela Built Security Plugins Trusted by Thousands of Users first appeared on WPBeginner.

Editorial Staff
12 September 2025

WordPress Plugins, WordPress Security

WP Password Policy Review: Strengthen WordPress Security With Enforced Password Standards

How dangerous can user passwords be, and how can you enforce better credentials within WordPress? This WP Password Policy Review could provide the answer to your questions!
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Tom Rankin
29 July 2025

WordPress Plugins, WordPress Security

Iron Security Review: The WordPress Security Plugin That Simplifies Site Protection

Sometimes you don't need to tweak every setting of a plugin to get the most out of it. This Iron Security review gives you a plugin using toggle switches that together will protect your entire site and users – all in one interface and within seconds.
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Tom Rankin
30 June 2025

WordPress Security

Is Your Site Ready for 2025? 10 Privacy Trends Every WordPress Developer Needs to Know

Stricter laws. No more third-party cookies. AI is rewriting the rules. If you build with WordPress, privacy is now mission-critical. In this article, we break down 10 privacy trends every developer needs to know to future-proof sites and keep clients c...

WP Mayor
22 May 2025

WordPress Security

Complianz Tutorial: How to Configure This Cookie Consent Plugin

Creating a compliant cookie consent implementation doesn't have to be complicated. Complianz makes the process almost turnkey for WordPress users. In this tutorial, I'll walk you through a complete setup.
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Tom Rankin
21 May 2025

WordPress Plugins, WordPress Security

Complianz Review: A WordPress Cookie Consent Solution That Roars

With the modern focus on internet privacy, a reliable cookie consent solution is a must. Complianz stands out as one of the most complete WordPress privacy plugins. This review explores how Complianz can transform your site's strategy for compliance wh...

Tom Rankin
14 May 2025

Security, WordPress Security

3 Data Privacy Issues to Avoid on Your WordPress Site (and How to Fix Them Fast)

In this guide, we break down 3 overlooked data privacy issues (like outdated policies and missing consent) that could land you in hot water, and show you how to fix them fast to stay compliant, build trust, and keep your site risk-free!
The post "3 Dat...

WP Mayor
8 May 2025

duplicator, Tutorials, wordpress hacked site repair, wordpress redirect hack, WordPress Security, wordpress spam website redirect

How to Stop WordPress Redirecting to Spam Websites (Quick Fix)

Imagine this: You’re trying to check your WordPress website when, suddenly, you’re taken away to a suspicious gambling site or a sketchy pharmaceutical page. Your heart sinks as you realize your site’s been hacked. 😱 We know exactly how terrifying and frustrating this situation can… Read More »

The post How to Stop WordPress Redirecting to Spam Websites (Quick Fix) first appeared on WPBeginner.

Editorial Staff
13 March 2025

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Apache vs Nginx vs LiteSpeed (Web Server Software Compared)

Since we launched WPBeginner, we have been on a mission to help our readers improve their WordPress websites. And picking the right web server software can go a long way toward speeding up your site and creating a better user experience. Now, you might be… Read More »

The post Apache vs Nginx vs LiteSpeed (Web Server Software Compared) first appeared on WPBeginner.

Editorial Staff
11 March 2025

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How to Find and Remove Spam Link Injection in WordPress

Picture this: You’re checking your WordPress site’s analytics one morning, and something seems off. Your traffic has dropped, and you discover your site is full of spammy links selling everything from fake designer bags to questionable pharmaceuticals. 😱 We have seen this firsthand on client… Read More »

The post How to Find and Remove Spam Link Injection in WordPress first appeared on WPBeginner.

Editorial Staff
21 February 2025

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