{"id":18974,"date":"2021-08-31T06:43:11","date_gmt":"2021-08-31T06:43:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ded9.com\/?p=18974"},"modified":"2025-11-05T09:13:33","modified_gmt":"2025-11-05T09:13:33","slug":"13-best-wordpress-security-plugins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ded9.com\/de\/13-best-wordpress-security-plugins\/","title":{"rendered":"13 Best WordPress Security Plugins to Safeguard Your Site in 2025"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems used by millions of websites around the world. The huge popularity of WordPress makes this platform always at the mercy of malicious hackers. <\/span><\/span><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Although WordPress has very powerful security features and capabilities that greatly prevent hackers from infiltrating it, there are many plugins on the market that double WordPress&#8217; security. Today, we are going to introduce you to 13 of the best security plugins for WordPress, so stay tuned.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">1- WordFence<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wordfence.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">WordFence<\/a> security plugin is one of the most popular security plugins for WordPress, which has more than 3 million active installs to date. This application is a very powerful and multifunctional plugin that is constantly updated in terms of security. This plugin protects WordPress against hackers, malware, and malicious traffic and is at the top of the list of the best WordPress security plugins due to its numerous features. It is recommended that you use the premium version of this plugin. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Attributes<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\"> Advanced firewall<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\"> Blocking tools<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\"> Security scan<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\"> Login Security (Login)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\"> Monitoring capability<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\"> Multi-site security (Multi-user WordPress)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\"> Supports most other themes and plugins<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\"> IPv6 compliant (Internet Protocol version 6)<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">2- iThemes Security<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">This WordPress security plugin is designed by the well-known company iThemes. This free plugin provides users with more than 30 different ways to protect their WordPress website, and all amateur and experienced users can use this plugin. Installing the iThemes plugin is so simple that it can be installed and activated with just a few clicks. In addition to its highly advanced security features, it can also be easily implemented on the website from the dashboard. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">This plugin fixes common security vulnerabilities in WordPress and thus protects WordPress websites. Users can also use this plugin to choose stronger passwords and stop attacks automatically. In addition, there is a security checklist in the plugin&#8217;s dashboard, which makes it very easy for users.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">3- Sucuri<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Sucuri is one of the most popular names in the field of WordPress and website security. The company&#8217;s security plugin is actually a scanning and monitoring tool for WordPress that provides users with four features: tracking security activities, remote scanning of malicious files, monitoring file integrity, and general protection of WordPress. This plugin is designed for experienced developers, so using it requires an understanding of WordPress code and files. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">4- MalCare<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Another free plugin for security on WordPress sites is MalCare Security and Firewall. This plugin is a combination of a security plugin and a firewall that protects the WordPress admin against Brute Force attacks through the login security feature. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">The tool&#8217;s scanner also automatically scans all website codes daily for hundreds of malicious signals. In addition, you can do a manual scan with just one click whenever needed. The plugin also monitors any changes to the files to detect viruses, malware, and malicious activity. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">The MalCare plugin also has a smart firewall that controls all website traffic, such as hits, number of logins, and errors, and then stores it in the database. The plugin&#8217;s servers also collect and analyze data from all other sites at regular intervals to use to repel similar attacks on your website.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">The good thing about the MalCare plugin is that all the security processes are done on the servers belonging to this plugin, so using it does not affect the speed and performance of your website in any way. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">5- All In One WP Security &amp; Firewall<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">The All-in-One WP tool is the best plugin for beginners, so that users can easily install security features on their system with the help of its simple user interface. This free plugin, by adding a powerful firewall, prevents malicious code from penetrating WordPress code and doubles its security. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"J0lOec\"><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">The firewall also blocks fake Google bots from invading your website and prevents hot-linking of website images. In addition to the firewall, this plugin has other powerful security features, such as login lock, which prevents other IPs from guessing your password through unlimited login attempts.<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">6- Shield Security<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Shield Security Plugin is one of the free security plugins for WordPress that ranks very well on WordPress.org. The main focus of the Shield plugin is to work silently, so that the sound of alerts and notifications in this plugin is reduced, and most of the relevant functions are performed automatically. In addition, a very useful config guide is in this tool, which makes its configuration as easy as possible.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Attributes<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Resistance to Brute-Force bot attacks by limiting the number of logins<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Automatically block suspicious IP Addresses<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Detect malicious files by scanning the central WordPress files<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">In-app capability to protect spam files<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Two-step authentication via email or Google authentication apps<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">7- Cerber<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Another free security plugin for WordPress is Cerber. It scans all malicious files and folders on the website. In fact, this plugin brings security to WordPress websites by limiting the number of logins. The Cerber plugin also has a checklist for file integrity, two-step authentication, scheduled scans, spam and bot blocking, and blacklists. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">8- Limit Login Attempts Reloaded<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Brute-force attacks are one of the most common ways to hack into WordPress sites, with hackers trying to guess the password and log in to a person&#8217;s account through various usernames and passwords. The best way to deal with such malicious attacks is to limit the number of times you log in. Unfortunately, WordPress does not set any limit on the number of logins by default, so you should use related plugins such as Limit Login Attempts Reloaded to do this. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">You can use this plugin to specify a certain number of logins for users in a certain period of time. In addition, by activating the login lock option, you can track the unsuccessful attempts of users to log in. If a user can not log in, then this plugin also shows the number of times left to log in.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">9- Bulletproof<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">A bulletproof security plugin through firewalls increases the security of WordPress websites. This plugin protects the database and backs up its data. You can also use this plugin to protect your website against Brute-Force attacks. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Bulletproof plugin .htaccess file. Scans for malicious code that slows down the website. This plugin is very easy to install. You can also apply its advanced features on your website by selecting Manual mode. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">10- Brute Force Login Protector <\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">This plugin focuses only on <a href=\"https:\/\/ded9.com\/what-are-brute-force-attacks-and-how-should-they-be-prevented\/\">brute-force<\/a> attacks using the .htaccess file. It can block the IP address of a suspect for a period of time. <\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">11- Two Factor Authentication<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">Logging in with a password is not a secure method for WordPress users. The two-step WordPress authentication plugin gives you a very convenient and secure way. This plugin supports TOTP + HOTP protocols, so it is compatible with Google and Authy authentication applications.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">When you or other users want to log in to the WordPress admin dashboard, you must enter the one-time password available in the authentication applications along with the username and password.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">12- Google Authenticator<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">The Google Authenticator tool provides WordPress admins with 2-step authentication. In fact, this software performs user authentication on the new device via text messages, voice calls, or mobile applications. Each of the new devices only requires this authentication process once, so you have to do it once on each device. The plugin also supports keys connected to the USB port.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">13- WP Antivirus Site Protection<\/span><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"VIiyi\" lang=\"en\"><span class=\"JLqJ4b\" data-language-for-alternatives=\"en\" data-language-to-translate-into=\"fa\" data-phrase-index=\"0\">WP Antivirus protects WordPress websites from malware and viruses by detecting computer worms, spyware, backdoor links, and rootkits. Rootkits, adware, trojans, and rogue tools scan all the files on the website.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<div id=\"rank-math-rich-snippet-wrapper\"><div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-1\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">What is the best WordPress security plugin in 2025?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>MalCare is highly recommended for its comprehensive malware scanning and one-click cleanup features.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-2\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">Are there free options available?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, plugins like Wordfence and All In One Security offer robust free versions with essential security features.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-3\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \">How can I enhance my site's security further?<\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Regularly update all plugins and themes, use strong passwords, and consider implementing two-factor authentication for added protection.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>WordPress is one of the most popular content management systems used by millions of websites around the world. 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