Protect your WordPress Website from Hackers

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.Protect your WordPress Website from Hackers - 315WordPress is the most popular website platform, but it’s popular with hackers as well. According to WP White Security, in 2012, 170,000 WordPress websites were hacked! Here are some security tips that protect your WordPress website from hackers.

Stronger Login Information

  • Strong passwords can be created using password creators including Strong Password Generator, or Passwords Generator.
  • Many WordPress versions used the default username “admin,” which should be changed.
  • Change passwords frequently for added security; keep each password in a secure location.

Limit Login Attempts

  • Strengthen WordPress site security by reducing login attempts.
  • Protect the site by installing Login LockDown or Login Security Solution, which limits login attempts, protecting it from brute force attacks.

Thanks to WPShrug for this awesome WP security graphic.

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Mike Gingerich, President of Digital Hill & TabSite is a business blogger Marketer and Consultant. Part geek, part marketer, part strategist, total fitness and running junkie. Mike is an author and speaker, having presented at Social Media Week Lima, Social Media Camp (Canada) and more. Mike is a marketing, social media, and business startup enthusiast with 10+ years experience building apps, consulting, and training businesses with winning integrated strategies. Mike loves deploying tactics to increase awareness, sales, and maximize ROI in both B2B and B2C markets via digital media.