How to Protect Your WordPress Site: Simple Steps for Optimal Protection and Peace of Mind
05/30/23 • 18 min
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Worried about your WordPress site's security? Let us guide you through crucial yet simple steps to safeguard it from online threats! We'll demystify the tech for you, helping you integrate these measures into your routine or delegate them effectively. Our discussion includes the significance of using WordPress security plugins, comparing free and paid versions, and the essential practice of creating strong, secure passwords that are tough for computers to crack.
Discover the key to password security as we explore the famous XKCD comic and compare secure and insecure password examples. Learn how to enable two-factor authentication for added protection and the importance of regularly updating your WordPress site. We recommend scheduling a weekly check-in for optimal security and peace of mind. Don't miss out on these valuable insights to keep your online presence safe and secure!
Mentioned Resources:
Making Quality Passwords - xkcd Comic: Password Strength
Updating WordPress - How to Update your WordPress Site Step-by-Step
Backing Up your Site - How to Back your Site Step-by-Step
This week’s episode is sponsored by our Search Engine Optimization Mini Course. Our Free online digital course that teaches eCommerce and website owners how to level up their search engine rankings with some simple, doable steps! Join us at www.ecommercemadeeasypodcast.com/seominicourse/
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Worried about your WordPress site's security? Let us guide you through crucial yet simple steps to safeguard it from online threats! We'll demystify the tech for you, helping you integrate these measures into your routine or delegate them effectively. Our discussion includes the significance of using WordPress security plugins, comparing free and paid versions, and the essential practice of creating strong, secure passwords that are tough for computers to crack.
Discover the key to password security as we explore the famous XKCD comic and compare secure and insecure password examples. Learn how to enable two-factor authentication for added protection and the importance of regularly updating your WordPress site. We recommend scheduling a weekly check-in for optimal security and peace of mind. Don't miss out on these valuable insights to keep your online presence safe and secure!
Mentioned Resources:
Making Quality Passwords - xkcd Comic: Password Strength
Updating WordPress - How to Update your WordPress Site Step-by-Step
Backing Up your Site - How to Back your Site Step-by-Step
This week’s episode is sponsored by our Search Engine Optimization Mini Course. Our Free online digital course that teaches eCommerce and website owners how to level up their search engine rankings with some simple, doable steps! Join us at www.ecommercemadeeasypodcast.com/seominicourse/
Be sure to subscribe to our podcast where ever you are listening!
You can find our show notes at:
https://www.ecommercemadeeasypodcast.com
Find more of our resources and newsletter subscription here:
https://linktr.ee/bcsengineering
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As a business owner or web developer , you know what it's like to juggle all your responsibilities and your things to do . However , you're likely , in the back of your mind , worried about whether you've done everything you should be doing to protect your WordPress site . So in today's episode , we will discuss several critical but easy steps you can take to ensure your WordPress is
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