WordPress Security: Best Practices to Keep Your Site Safe

WordPress powers a significant portion of the web, which also makes it a prime target for attackers. Securing your WordPress site is not just recommended; it's essential. This guide provides a comprehensive checklist of security best practices to protect your website. We cover everything from choosing a strong password and keeping your plugins updated to implementing a web application firewall (WAF) and running regular malware scans. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced admin, these actionable steps will help you harden your site's defenses and keep your data safe.