Protect WordPress from malware, hackers, brute-force attacks & suspicious traffic. Includes firewall, login security, 2FA & vulnerability checks.
Alternatives to Iron Security – WordPress Security Plugin
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WordPress security without the nonsense. No upsells, no premium tier, no fake threat counters.
Liveupx Securityv4.0.2
Complete WordPress security — Firewall, 2FA, Malware Scanner, Vulnerability Scanner, Login Protection, Security Headers. 100% free.
Lunexia Security – .htaccess Shield, Firewall, Two Factor Authentication (2FA) & Malware Protectionv3.2.2
Complete WordPress security, 2FA login protection, WAF firewall, malware scanner, 1-click quarantine, and .htaccess server hardening.
Premium WordPress Security - 100% FREE: Firewall, 2FA, Security Headers, Login and Malware Protection, File Monitor, Security Audit & more
Completely free WordPress security: firewall, 2FA with authenticator app, malware scan, file integrity, vulnerability alerts, AI summary.
Prevention-first WordPress security with malware scanning, firewall, bot protection, 2FA, vulnerability scanning, and security hardening.
Ultra-lightweight WordPress security plugin. Offering robust WAF, 2FA, Malware Scanners, Magic Links, Activity Log & Emergency Recovery Toolkit.
Firewall, Malware Scanner, Two Factor Auth, and Comprehensive Security Features, powered by our 24-hour team. Make security a priority with Wordfence.
WordPress firewall with cloud WAF rules, malware scanning, 2FA, vulnerability checks, IP blocking, and real-time security logs.