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WordPress Security Setup

WordPress powers 43% of all websites on the internet � making it the #1 hacker target by a massive margin. Over 90,000 attacks target WordPress sites every single minute. We specialise in complete WordPress hardening that makes your site extremely difficult � and often not worth the effort � to breach.

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WordPress Security

Why WordPress Sites Get Hacked So Often

WordPress is powerful and endlessly flexible � but its default "out of the box" configuration is dangerously insecure. Most WordPress sites are compromised not through sophisticated zero-day exploits but through simple, well-documented vulnerabilities that any beginner hacker can exploit within minutes using freely available tools.

Outdated Plugins (80% of Hacks)

The vast majority of WordPress hacks exploit known CVEs in outdated plugins that already have patches available � but were never updated.

Public Admin Login URL

The default /wp-admin and /wp-login.php URLs are universally known. Bots target them with thousands of password attempts daily.

Weak Admin Passwords

Brute-force attacks crack simple dictionary-based passwords in minutes. Millions of WP admins still use "admin/admin123".

XML-RPC Enabled

WordPress's legacy XML-RPC feature allows amplified brute-force attacks that test thousands of passwords in a single request � bypassing rate limits.

Wrong File Permissions

Misconfigured chmod permissions allow attackers to write malicious PHP scripts directly to your server and execute them remotely.

Outdated WordPress Core

Running an old WordPress core version exposes you to all vulnerabilities publicly disclosed since your version was released.

Our Complete 10-Step WordPress Hardening Checklist

We don't just install a security plugin and call it done. Our hardening process systematically closes every known WordPress attack vector:

01
Hide Admin Login URL

Move your login page from the publicly known /wp-admin to a custom secret URL that bots and automated scanners cannot find or reach.

02
Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

2FA via authenticator app installed on all admin accounts � unauthorised access is impossible even if passwords are stolen.

03
Brute-Force Login Blocking

Failed login attempt limits configured. IPs exceeding the threshold are automatically banned for 24 hours preventing password guessing attacks.

04
Plugin & Theme Security Audit

All installed plugins and themes reviewed. Outdated, abandoned, vulnerable, or unnecessary ones removed and replaced with secure alternatives.

05
File Permission Hardening

Correct chmod permissions set on all WordPress directories and files to prevent malicious script writing and execution on your server.

06
XML-RPC Disabled

WordPress's legacy XML-RPC endpoint disabled to block amplified brute-force attacks that can bypass standard rate limiting entirely.

07
WordPress WAF Firewall

Security plugin with active WAF rules configured to block SQLi, XSS, file inclusion, and other common WordPress attack payloads.

08
Database Table Prefix Change

Default wp_ database prefix changed to a unique random string � preventing automated SQL injection attacks that target the default table names.

09
Security Headers Configured

HTTP security headers � Content Security Policy, X-Frame-Options, HSTS � added to block clickjacking, XSS, and protocol downgrade attacks.

10
Automated Daily Backups

Encrypted daily full-site backups configured and stored off-site. In case of any incident, your site can be restored in under 10 minutes.

What's Included in Your Setup

Hidden Login URL

Admin login moved from the publicly known default URL to a custom secret address impossible for bots to find.

2FA Activation

Authenticator app-based 2FA installed on all admin and editor accounts for all-or-nothing login protection.

Brute-Force Protection

Rate limiting and automatic IP banning configured at login, XML-RPC, and API entry points.

Full Plugin Audit

Every plugin and theme reviewed, vulnerable ones removed, and recommended secure replacements sourced where needed.

File Permission Fix

All WordPress directories and files set to the correct secure permissions to prevent malicious script execution.

XML-RPC Disabled

Legacy XML-RPC completely disabled � eliminating a major amplified brute-force attack surface.

WordPress Firewall

Active WAF with WordPress-specific rule sets blocking known attack payloads in real time.

Automated Daily Backups

Encrypted off-site daily backups. Full site restoration in under 10 minutes if anything goes wrong.

File Change Monitoring

Automatic alerts triggered if any core WordPress files are modified � detecting infection before it spreads.

Hardening Documentation

Full written report of all changes made to your WordPress site � perfect for sharing with your developer or team.

How It Works

1

Submit Your Details

Fill out the form with your WordPress site URL. We contact you within 2 hours on WhatsApp.

2

WordPress Audit

We review your core version, all plugins, themes, user accounts, and server config for vulnerabilities.

3

Hardening Applied

All 10 hardening steps systematically applied. Login hidden, 2FA on, firewall active, backups running.

4

Full Testing

We verify your site works perfectly after hardening � no broken plugins, lost functionality, or checkout issues.

5

Handover

Full documentation of changes delivered. 14-day support period included. 30-day re-hack guarantee.

What Clients Say

★★★★★

"My WordPress blog had been running with the same plugins unchanged for 3 years. Vidyexd found 4 critical plugin vulnerabilities � one was already listed in public CVE databases. After their hardening service I'm completely protected."

TK
Tanya Kapoor
Food Blogger, Noida
★★★★★

"They changed my admin login URL, set up 2FA, and cleaned up 12 outdated plugins. The dashboard now shows 50+ blocked login attempts per day that I had zero idea were happening before. Excellent, thorough work."

GN
Ganesh Nair
WooCommerce Store, Bangalore
★★★★★

"The automated daily backups alone proved their worth. A plugin conflict crashed my site and I was restored from the previous day's backup in under 10 minutes. Before Vidyexd I had no backup whatsoever. Lesson very learned!"

MV
Manisha Verma
Online Coach, Pune

Frequently Asked Questions

Will hardening break any of my existing plugins or features?
We thoroughly test all changes before finalising them. Some very old or poorly coded plugins may have conflicts with new security rules � we always check for these and find compatible alternatives or solutions. We never leave your site broken or with lost functionality.
Do you need my WordPress admin credentials?
Yes � we need WordPress admin access and cPanel or FTP to implement file-level hardening. All credentials are handled under NDA and changed or revoked after the engagement is complete. We only request exactly what's necessary to complete the work.
Is this a one-time service or do I need to repeat it?
The hardening is a one-time setup. However, security evolves � new plugin vulnerabilities are discovered regularly. We recommend a re-audit every 6 months as your site grows and changes. We also offer ongoing monitoring services to detect issues between audits.
Does this work for WooCommerce stores?
Yes � we have specific hardening procedures for WooCommerce stores that ensure payment processing, customer account management, order data security, and checkout flows all work perfectly after hardening. We're very careful about WooCommerce-specific security rules.
What's your re-hack guarantee?
If your WordPress site is hacked within 30 days of our hardening service through any attack vector that was our responsibility to harden, we will clean the infection and re-harden your site completely free of charge. Our work is fully guaranteed.
Will my website speed be affected?
No � hardening does not slow your website. In fact, removing unnecessary plugins, blocking bad bot traffic, and configuring caching through the security plugin often results in a noticeable speed improvement. Your users will experience faster page loads after hardening.

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