Your Devices – Software Security

This section of the WordPress Security Tutorials module includes tutorials on improving the software security of your devices.

Some tutorials in this module may require editing your WordPress template or server files. If you need help modifying template or server files please contact a professional or experienced WordPress user for assistance (learn where to get help with WordPress).

Important: Always do a backup of your WordPress site (files and data) before modifying any files. If you don’t want to back up your data yourself, then hire a professional, or use backup plugins.

You can read about a great WordPress backup plugin that can fully automate your site backups here:

 Backup, Clone And Protect Your WP Websites And Blogs With Backup Creator WordPress Plugin

Click below to view tutorials about the importance of WordPress security:

WordPress Security Explained

Learn why WordPress is a secure web platform for building and running your business online ...
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WordPress Security Guide For Beginners

The WordPress security guide for beginners provides an overview of the security components that help keep your WordPress site secure and protected ...
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Understanding The Mindset Of Hackers

This tutorial explores reasons why individuals are motivated to hack into computer networks, computers, and websites ...
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What To Do If Your WordPress Site Has Been Hacked

Learn what to do if your WordPress site has been hacked or compromised ...
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Software Security Guide For WordPress Users

In this tutorial, we look at ways to tighten software security as part of your WordPress security and overall web security plan ...
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Common Software Security Threats

Learn about common software security threats that can put your web security at risk ...
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Software Security – How To Prevent Malware Attacks

In this tutorial, we look at ways to prevent malware attacks on your devices using Antispyware, Antivirus, and Firewall Software ...
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Software Security Tips

In this tutorial, we provide a number of software security tips to help tighten your WordPress security and overall web security ...
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Online Password Security

In this tutorial, we look at basic security practices that contribute to overall web security, like password security ...
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WordPress Security – Password Management Software

In this tutorial, we look at password management software that can help to improve online password security ...
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How To Protect Your WordPress Site From A Brute-Force Attack

Learn how to protect your WordPress site from being brute-force attacked, or having its security compromised by hackers or bots ...
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WordPress Brute-Force Attack Prevention Plugins

In this tutorial, we explore WordPress plugins that can help prevent your WordPress website from brute-force attacks ...
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WordPress Security Plugins

In this tutorial, we explore different types of WordPress security plugins that help to protect and keep your digital presence secure ...
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Backup Creator – WordPress Backup Plugin

Backup Creator is an easy-to-use plugin that allows you to backup your WordPress data, clone your websites, and protect your sites against data loss ...
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WordPress Security Checklist

Use this free WordPress Security Checklist to ensure that your WordPress site remains protected and secure at all times ...
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WordPress Security Video Tutorials

Learn how to access our library of WordPress security video tutorials ...
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