This post shares advanced, actionable WordPress security tips to help you avoid getting hacked — along with proven tools and scripts to lock your site down like a pro.
⚠️ 1. Never Use ‘admin’ as Your Username
Attackers always try this first.
✅ Instead:
- Go to
Users > Add New - Create a new admin user with a unique name
- Log in as the new user and delete the old ‘admin’
🧰 2. Hide Your Login Page (/wp-login.php)
Bots constantly scan your default login URL.
Use this snippet via a security plugin like WPS Hide Login:
// Add via functions.php or Code Snippets plugin
add_action('login_enqueue_scripts', function() {
if (strpos($_SERVER['REQUEST_URI'], 'wp-login.php')) {
wp_die('This page is disabled for security reasons.');
}
});💡 Tip: Use WPS Hide Login to set your custom login URL like /my-dashboard.
🔐 3. Limit Login Attempts + 2FA
Recommended Plugin: Limit Login Attempts Reloaded
Pair it with Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) using:
- WP 2FA
- Google Authenticator
🧠 4. Disable XML-RPC
XML-RPC is a known entry point for brute force attacks.
Add this to your .htaccess file:
<Files xmlrpc.php>
Order Allow,Deny
Deny from all
</Files>
Or use the Disable XML-RPC plugin.
🚨 5. Keep Everything Updated
Outdated software = open door for hackers.
Use this WP-CLI script regularly (on VPS):
wp core update && wp plugin update --all && wp theme update --all
🔎 6. Install a Real-Time Firewall
We recommend:
- Wordfence (Free & Pro)
- Sucuri Security
💣 7. Scan for Malware Weekly
Recommended Tools:
- MalCare Security
- WPScan CLI for developers
Integrate with email or Slack for alerts.
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📈 Final Thoughts
Security is not a one-time setup — it’s a continuous process. Whether you’re running a WooCommerce store, blog, or service site, keeping your WordPress secure is non-negotiable in 2025.
And if you’re too busy to stay on top of it?
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