We’ve been noticing a trend we don’t love: more and more websites are getting hacked lately. And no — it’s not always some elite hacker in a dark room. Most of the time, it comes down to two simple things:
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Risky plugins – those extra add-ons that give your site special features, but can also open the door to trouble.
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Too many people with logins – especially ones who don’t need them anymore.
Plugins: Friend or Foe?
We keep your site’s plugins updated so they run smoothly and play nicely with everything else. But if your site is loaded with plugins we didn’t install, or you’ve got ones hanging around that you don’t actually use, they can turn into an open invitation for hackers.
Quick win: Ask us to do a plugin cleanup. Fewer plugins mean fewer ways for someone to sneak in.
The Access Problem Nobody Thinks About
Old employee? Past contractor? That intern from three summers ago? If they still have a login, it’s a security risk. Even if they’d never misuse it, a hacker could.
Quick win: Send us a list of who really needs access, and we’ll remove the rest.
Why This Matters
A hacked site is a headache you do not want — it can tank your SEO, scare off customers, and cost you time and money. The good news? A little spring cleaning (any time of year) goes a long way toward keeping your site safe. We’re here to help!
