Hackers constantly target the default WordPress login page: /wp-admin and /wp-login.php. Changing this URL reduces 90% of automated attacks.

Tools to change login URL:

• WPS Hide Login (recommended)
• iThemes Security
• WP Cerber

Choose a custom login URL like /sc-login or /secure-admin.

2FA adds a second verification step, such as a code from your mobile device.

Plugins that provide 2FA:

• Wordfence Login Security
• Google Authenticator
• iThemes Security

2FA is the most powerful way to secure WordPress logins.

This prevents brute-force bots from trying hundreds of passwords per minute.

Recommended plugins:

• Limit Login Attempts Reloaded
• Wordfence Security
• Login Press (premium)

If only you or your team access wp-admin, blocking unwanted IPs is highly effective.

Add this rule to .htaccess (Apache servers):

# Allow only your IP
Order deny,allow
Deny from all
Allow from 123.456.789.000

This completely locks wp-admin for everyone except allowed IPs.

Almost all hosting providers offer directory protection through cPanel.

Steps:

• Log in to cPanel
• Open Directory Privacy
• Find the /wp-admin folder
• Enable password protection
• Create a username and password

This adds a double-lock system called “HTTP Authentication.”

Best firewalls:

• Cloudflare Firewall (DNS-level protection)
• Wordfence Firewall
• MalCare Firewall

WAF blocks malware requests, bots, SQL injection attempts, and suspicious IPs.

Add this line in wp-config.php:

define('DISALLOW_FILE_EDIT', true);

This blocks access to the built-in theme & plugin editors.

Security best practices:

• Use strong, unpredictable passwords
• Assign correct roles (Editor, Author, Contributor)
• Avoid giving “Administrator” access unless required

Without HTTPS, your login details can be intercepted by attackers.

Easy ways to enable HTTPS:

• Use Cloudflare SSL (Free)
• Use Let’s Encrypt via cPanel

Plugins:

• WP Activity Log
• Simple History
• Stream

Activity logs help you detect suspicious actions early.