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You\u2019re putting a lot into creating a website for your business<\/strong>. What happens if your website is hacked? What happens if someone manages to steal data for your business or change your website? Security<\/strong> is vital today. WordPress<\/a> includes some basic security features to help protect your data, but that\u2019s not enough to protect against everything that might happen. You\u2019ll want more to make sure the data is as secure as possible<\/strong><\/a> and to protect your business\u2019s image.<\/p>\n

WordPress security plugins<\/strong> add so much more to the security of your website. Today, there are a number of different plugins to consider in a variety of different price ranges. These plugins may provide security monitoring<\/a>, malware scanning,<\/strong> notifications for any security threats,<\/strong> and post-hack actions<\/strong> to fix anything that could have gotten past the security features. Below are some of the best WordPress security plugins available today and what they have to offer so your website remains as secure as possible.<\/p>\n

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Wordfence Security \u2013 Firewall and Malware Scan<\/h3>\n
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Wordfence Security Plugin wirh Firewall and Scanner<\/p><\/div>\n

One of the most comprehensive security solutions available for WordPress, Wordfence<\/strong> offers a huge number of features through both a free and premium version. It includes a firewall, security scanner,<\/strong> and security tools such as live traffic<\/strong> to monitor visits and the ability to block attackers<\/strong> by OP, IP<\/p>\n

range, hostname, user agent or referrer. It protects against brute force attacks<\/strong> as well as helps secure your login<\/strong> against any attacks that could occur.<\/p>\n

Wordfence<\/a> includes two main options, free or premium. The free version<\/strong> includes many of the amazing features they\u2019re known for but does have some limitations. For instance, it has delayed malware signature updates. The premium version<\/strong> starts at $99 per year, but discounts are available. Opting for the premium version means you\u2019ll get real-time malware signature updates, checks to see if your IP address has been blacklisted, and two-factor authentication.<\/p>\n

Wordfence is one of the top options for those who are looking for a free WordPress security plugin and is perfect for smaller businesses.<\/strong> It provides everything they\u2019ll need to get started and gives them the ability to easily upgrade<\/strong> for more features when they might be ready.<\/p>\n

iThemes Security<\/h3>\n
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iThemes Security<\/p><\/div>\n

One of the best values for WordPress security, iThemes<\/strong> offers more than 30 different ways to protect your website. Protection features include preventing brute force attacks, scanning<\/strong> your site for vulnerabilities, and enforcing strong passwords.<\/strong> Detection features include monitoring<\/strong> your filesystem for unauthorized changes and running a scan for malware<\/strong> on your website. This security plugin also includes help to hide common WordPress security vulnerabilities<\/strong>, regular backups<\/strong> of your database, and detects hidden 404 errors<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The free version<\/strong> includes plenty of features for those who are just getting started building their website. However, the premium version<\/strong> starts at just $80 per year and offers a lot of added features that make it well worth the cost. The premium version, for instance, allows you to set a maximum password age to force users to choose a new password, a dashboard widget, and temporary privilege escalation.<\/p>\n

The iThemes Security<\/a> plugin is best for those who want a great value for their money<\/strong> and who want to be able to afford the premium version so they can get as many features as possible without spending too much on one security plugin per year. It includes a huge number of security features and is designed to be an all-in-one security solution<\/strong> for WordPress.<\/p>\n

BulletProof Security<\/h3>\n
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BulletProof Security<\/p><\/div>\n

Touted as an effective and reliable security system, the BulletProof Security<\/strong> WordPress plugin offers a one-click setup wizard<\/strong>, auto-fix, login security<\/strong> and monitory, security<\/strong> and HTTP error logging,<\/strong> and the ability to monitor extensive system info.<\/strong> It also offers database backups<\/strong> and restoration, anti-spam<\/strong> and anti-hacking<\/strong> tools, and more. The free version has plenty to offer most beginners, including some of the most important security features you\u2019ll need for protecting your website.<\/p>\n

There is a free version<\/strong> available that offers a lot of features you\u2019ll find are incredibly useful. However, there is a premium version<\/strong> as well. The premium version is available for a one-time payment of $70 and includes intrusion detection and prevention, a real-time file monitor, cookie expirations, and 16 mini-plugins.<\/p>\n

BulletProof Security<\/a> is best for those who are looking for an inexpensive, fully-featured security plugin<\/strong> for their website. With everything included and a one-time fee<\/strong> instead of a yearly fee, this is perfect for anyone who wants to make sure their website has the security features needed to prevent issues.<\/p>\n

Sucuri Security \u2013 Auditing, Malware Scanner and Security Hardening<\/h3>\n

\"\"Sucuri Security<\/strong> provides a selection of security features designed to compliment any security features you\u2019re already using. It includes security activity auditing, remote malware scanning, security hardening,<\/strong> security notifications,<\/strong> and more. It includes ways to stop future website hacks, detect potential issues, speed up<\/strong> a website, and remove potential malware.<\/p>\n

This security plugin was designed as a free way to secure your website<\/strong> and, for most users, the free version is going to provide what they need. There are paid versions available<\/strong>, starting at $199 per year, that add other features such as a firewall<\/a>, malware removal, hack repair, continuous scanning, and SSL certificate support.<\/p>\n

The Sucuri Security<\/a> plugin is best for those who are looking for a free security plugin<\/strong> or who want the best value<\/strong>. With so many features available in the free version, this is one that\u2019s worth looking into a little bit more if you need to secure your website.<\/p>\n

VaultPress<\/h3>\n
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Vault Press for more security<\/p><\/div>\n

VaultPress<\/strong> is a security plugin designed to provide real-time backups<\/strong> as well as a security scanning<\/strong> service. They\u2019ve designed their security plugin to provide backups <\/strong>for your posts, comments, files, revisions, and even dashboard settings to ensure everything is backed up and easy to restore in case anything might happen. It also monitors<\/strong> for suspicious activity<\/strong> on your website and gives you updates on what has been dealt with. This plugin offers flexibility<\/strong> in when backups are done and includes an easy-to-use dashboard<\/strong> to make backing up your website easier<\/strong> and faster.<\/strong><\/p>\n

This plugin does not include a free version, but plans start at<\/strong> just $39 per year. This is mainly for small businesses<\/strong> and those who need more robust features can upgrade to a more powerful plan, starting at just $99 per year.<\/p>\n

VaultPress<\/a> is perfect for those who want a better interface,<\/strong> who are looking for a security plugin that\u2019s easy to use<\/strong>, or that want something that provides backups for their entire website. With many businesses able to work with the lowest payment option for their website, this is also an incredibly affordable option.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Add on to the Security Plugin You Choose<\/h3>\n

The security plugins here offer the best features, affordable costs, and are designed to help you keep your website as secure as possible. However, there are a couple of other security plugins you\u2019ll want to be aware of. While these don\u2019t offer an abundance of features, they\u2019re excellent for adding onto the other security plugin<\/strong> you might choose. WP fail2ban<\/strong> and Google Authenticator<\/strong> both offer only one feature, but they\u2019re important to consider when you\u2019re looking to boost the security of your website<\/strong>.<\/p>\n