Prevention-first WordPress security with malware scanning, firewall, bot protection, 2FA, vulnerability scanning, and security hardening.
Alternatives to Wordfence Security – Firewall, Malware Scan, and Login Security
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Ultra-lightweight WordPress security plugin. Offering robust WAF, 2FA, Malware Scanners, Magic Links, Activity Log & Emergency Recovery Toolkit.
PB4Host Securityv1.0.5
Enterprise Security Suite for WordPress: Web Application Firewall (WAF), Active Malware Scanner, Brute-Force Defense, 2FA, and System Hardening.
Study For Next Securityv1.0.1
Enterprise-grade WAF, Malware Scanner, 2FA, Auto-Repair, Geo-Blocking, Vulnerability Scanner, Bot Protection, and Speed Optimizer.
WordPress security plugin with malware scanner, firewall, 2FA, vulnerability scanner, and file integrity checker. Free scan, 3 free cleanups.
Premium WordPress Security - 100% FREE: Firewall, 2FA, Security Headers, Login and Malware Protection, File Monitor, Security Audit & more
WordPress firewall with cloud WAF rules, malware scanning, 2FA, vulnerability checks, IP blocking, and real-time security logs.
Firewall, malware scanner, 2FA and login protection that keeps your visitors' data on your own server. No CDN, no tracking, made in Germany.
Liveupx Securityv4.0.2
Complete WordPress security — Firewall, 2FA, Malware Scanner, Vulnerability Scanner, Login Protection, Security Headers. 100% free.
Free WordPress security plugin with malware scanner, firewall, 2FA & brute force protection. Lightweight alternative to Wordfence & Sucuri.