Take care of the security of your site on WordPress in a few simple steps and protect yourself from potential attacks and data loss.
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Basic steps in securing your WordPress site
An important step towards securing the site for WordPress is to keep its software up to date. Regular updates help to address security vulnerabilities and provide access to new features.
Strong passwords and avoidance of common logins
Ensure that each account on your site has a strong, unique password. Avoid using common usernames such as 'admin' or 'administrator'. You can use a password manager to create and store strong passwords.
- Use a combination of letters, numbers and special characters
- Change your passwords regularly
- Do not use the same passwords on different sites
Securing access to the WordPress administration panel
A basic security step is to restrict access to the administration panel WordPress. By using plug-ins such as Wordfence, you can restrict admin access to specific IP addresses only.
Two-factor authentication (2FA)
The use of two-factor authentication provides an extra level of protection. Even if someone gains access to your password, they will not be able to log in without a second authentication element, such as an SMS code or authorisation application.
- Use a two-factor authentication plug-in such as Google Authenticator
- Always enable 2FA for administrative accounts
- Keep backups of authentication codes
Database security and regular backups
Your database is a key element of your website on the WordPress. Changing the default database prefix (wp_) to something unique can help protect it from SQL injection attacks.
Regular backups
Regular backups are an indispensable part of your security strategy. It is advisable to store backups in an external location, such as the cloud or an FTP server. Use plug-ins such as UpdraftPlus to automate this process:
- Set up a schedule for automatic backups
- Store backups off the server your website is running on
- Regularly test your backups to ensure they are correct
Site activity monitoring and security plug-ins
Monitoring activity on your site can help you detect potential threats quickly. Security plug-ins, such as Sucuri or Wordfence, offer monitoring and alert functions for unauthorised login attempts and other suspicious activity.
Plugin and theme management
Do not store on your site WordPress unused plug-ins and themes. All plugins should be kept up to date to prevent exploitation of code vulnerabilities. If you are not using a particular plugin or theme, remove it completely.
- Regularly update all plug-ins and themes
- Remove unused plug-ins and themes
- Check reviews and ratings before installing new plug-ins
Safe use of third-party themes and plug-ins
Use only trusted sources to download themes and plug-ins for WordPress. Sites such as WordPress.org, ThemeForest or other reputable platforms guarantee that the material they provide is malware-free.
Technical support and regular security monitoring
If you need help with the security of your site on WordPressIt is advisable to take advantage of professional technical support. Regular monitoring of your site will allow you to quickly detect and remove potential threats and maintain optimal site performance.
For more information on creating secure and functional company websites on WordPress, I invite you to read the article Creating a Unique Business Card with a WordPress Template.
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