Short answer
To secure a WordPress website, keep WordPress, themes and plugins updated, use strong unique passwords with two-factor login, remove unused plugins, back up regularly to an offsite location, use HTTPS, and monitor the site for changes and errors.
Ten steps#
- 1Update WordPress core, themes and plugins promptly.
- 2Remove plugins and themes you do not use.
- 3Use strong, unique passwords for every admin.
- 4Turn on two-factor authentication for admins.
- 5Limit login attempts and avoid the default admin username.
- 6Use HTTPS on every page.
- 7Back up daily or weekly to an offsite location and test a restore.
- 8Give each user only the role they need.
- 9Choose reputable hosting with server-level protection.
- 10Monitor uptime and file changes so problems show quickly.
When to get help#
Updates, backups and monitoring take regular attention. Our WordPress maintenance plans cover them for you. Before launching, run through the launch checklist, and read our Core Web Vitals guide for the speed side of site health.
Frequently Asked Questions#
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WordPress secure?
WordPress core is well maintained. Most breaches come from outdated plugins, weak passwords and poor hosting, which you can control.
How often should I back up?
Daily for active sites or stores, weekly for rarely changed ones, and always before updates.
