Security is paramount for any WordPress site. Here are essential measures to protect your website:
1. Keep Everything Updated
Regular updates are your first line of defense:
- WordPress core updates
- Theme updates
- Plugin updates
- PHP version updates
2. Implement Strong Authentication
Protect access to your site:
- Use strong passwords
- Enable two-factor authentication
- Limit login attempts
- Change the default admin username
3. Secure File Permissions
Set proper file permissions:
# WordPress files
find /path/to/wordpress -type f -exec chmod 644 {} \;
# WordPress directories
find /path/to/wordpress -type d -exec chmod 755 {} \;
# wp-config.php
chmod 600 wp-config.php
4. Use Security Plugins
Essential security plugins:
- Wordfence
- Sucuri
- iThemes Security
- All In One WP Security
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