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Secure wp-login.php
Computer security, and WordPress security in particular, relies on different approaches, but more importantly different philosophies or ways of thinking. It can be quite simple and easy to secure your wp-login.php file in WordPress. However, it is not necessarily advisable to follow the most common recommendations…
How to secure a WordPress site with HTTPS
The security of a WordPress site relies on a number of principles to be implemented in parallel. Among these, encryption of data and connections between a browser and a server is one of the pillars of this protection. In this article, we will see how to secure a WordPress site with HTTPS. This protocol is the secure…
Top WordPress backup plugin: UpdraftPlus
A robust backup system is an essential part of any WordPress site. Ideally, it should be automated and allow you to back up your entire site and then easily restore it. Many options are available to you to set this up, but the best solution is still the top WordPress backup plugin. In the WordPress ecosystem, the most…
WordPress FTP backup: complete guide
You probably already know how important it is to have a backup process. In this article, we will look at performing a WordPress backup via FTP. Setting up an effective system is a form of insurance for your website. That way, on the day that a most stressful incident occurs, such as a hack, an accidental error or an…
Easily restore WordPress backup
There are many, many situations where you will need to restore WordPress backup. If you have a good copy of your site, you’ve already done most of the work. Unfortunately, if you don’t have at least a database backup, you will have to rebuild the entire site. However, even in this case, there are tools that can…
How to back up a WordPress site for free
Backing up your WordPress site regularly is absolutely critical. Even if you put in place every possible security measure, you are never safe from a hack, a technical error, or a serious stroke of bad luck. A WordPress backup will prevent you from losing all your work if something goes wrong, and you’ll be glad you…
WordPress Security Plugin: Wordfence
With over four million installations, Wordfence is the most popular WordPress security plugin. It protects your site with a variety of features, from a firewall to login security to periodic scans. However, with so many features, it can be difficult to understand how it works, why to use it or how to set it up properly…
WordPress two-factor authentication: how to enable it
Two-factor authentication on WordPress strengthens your site’s security significantly. We’ll look at the types of attacks it protects you from and how to install and activate it on your site. If you’re lucky enough to have never had any of your passwords compromised, it’s probably only a matter of time. As you can see…
How to limit WordPress contact form spam
No need to tell you how annoying WordPress contact form spam is. You probably receive it regularly, maybe even several times a day. It’s usually untimely cold emailing, nonsensical texts or link lists. The vast majority of these messages are automated and sent in batches to a huge number of sites. Some spam is…
How to Create a WordPress Contact Form
A contact form is a must-have for any WordPress site. There are several options available to you to create it: plugins, integrations of external services and, finally, contact modules available with some themes and page builders. In this article, we will determine your needs and the best way to create a good form…
How to protect your WordPress site (in 2021)
Protecting your WordPress site from attacks can be tricky. However, there are a few principles and tricks you can apply that are relatively easy to implement. If you are hacked, you could lose your work, your users’ data, or some of your income.
How to choose the best web hosting? (2021 update)
Selecting a web host for your small business may feel overwhelming at first, but it’s easier than it seems. In this article, I’ll break down what you need to know about hosting and I’ll give you a few tips to guide you through your research. So how do you choose the best web hosting company?
