WordPress Website Security
Security and recovery for WordPress websites
Just like your smartphone or computer, failing to regularly update your software leaves known security vulnerabilities that hackers can take advantage of. This is why WordPress plugin and theme updates are so crucial, as they address these weaknesses. Regardless of whether your WordPress site is straightforward or intricate, it’s essential to implement measures that guarantee its complete security.
Backup systems
In the unfortunate event that your website is hacked, goes offline, or becomes infected with malware, you’d certainly want to restore a recent backup to minimize data loss and get everything operational again. That’s why I suggest implementing daily automatic local backups, along with regular backups to a remote storage solution. This way, if your entire server, including local backups, is compromised, you’ll still have a final backup available from a different location.
Data retention
It’s also important to consider the data stored on your website. Losing personal information of your users, customers, or visitors could expose you to GDPR penalties, not to mention the potential harm to your brand’s reputation. Many website owners are unaware that data from submitted contact forms is often recorded and must be managed responsibly. I can assist in identifying and addressing any possible sources of retained data.
Website users
When employees depart from the company but retain access to your website, especially with administrator privileges, they could potentially alter or even disable what many view as the business’s key online presence. I can assist in enhancing security through two-factor authentication, ensuring that users are promptly removed upon their exit, and establishing a robust security protocol for staff to adhere to.
