--- title: Do I Need a Wordpress Security Plugin? description: Anyone can create and upload a Wordpress plugin to their marketplace but at the end of the day, this is both a blessing and a curse. image: https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/hubfs/do-i-need-a-wordpress-security-plugin.jpg --- [![EnvisionIT Solutions Blog Logo](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/hubfs/eits%20blog%20logo.svg "EnvisionIT Solutions Blog Logo")](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/) - Blog Topics - [IT Security](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/it-security) - [VoIP Phones](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/voip-phones) - [IT Outsourcing](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/it-outsourcing) - [Business Continuity](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/business-continuity) - [Tech Tips](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/tech-tips) - [Cloud Tech](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/cloud-tech) - [Web Design](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/web-design) - [Website Security](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/website-security) - [Web Tips](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/web-tips) - [SEO](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/seo) - [Marketing](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/marketing) - [Graphic Design](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/graphic-design) - [⚲ Search](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/search) - ¦ - [IT Support](http://www.envisionitsolutions.com/it-services/) - [Business Continuity](https://www.envisionitsolutions.com/business-continuity/) - [VoIP Phones](https://www.envisionitsolutions.com/voip-select/) - [Web Design](http://www.envisionitsolutions.com/website-design/) [☰](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/do-i-need-a-wordpress-security-plugin-1#mobile) - [Tech Tips](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/tech-tips) - [Business Technology](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/business-technology) - [IT Outsourcing](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/it-outsourcing) - [General IT](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/general-it) ## [Is Your Technology Helping Your Team - or Holding Them Back?](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/is-your-technology-helping-your-team-or-holding-them-back) **Cody Osborn** | Jul 6, 2026 8:39:14 AM   - [Website Security](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/topic/website-security) ### [Do I Need a Wordpress Security Plugin?](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/do-i-need-a-wordpress-security-plugin-1) - - - [Back to posts](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com) # July 7, 2020 # Do I Need a Wordpress Security Plugin? # Do I Need a Wordpress Security Plugin? ![do-i-need-a-wordpress-security-plugin](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/hs-fs/hubfs/do-i-need-a-wordpress-security-plugin.jpg?width=650&name=do-i-need-a-wordpress-security-plugin.jpg)Over [75 million websites](https://www.whoishostingthis.com/compare/wordpress/stats/) are built on the WordPress platform. A Wordpress plugin is a great way to extend the functionality of any Wordpress website. Anyone can create and upload a plugin to their marketplace but at the end of the day, this is both a blessing and a curse.    The open-source framework allows for innovation like never before. But, it also opens the floodgates for WordPress security issues. So, do you need a WordPress security plugin?    That's an easy answer. Yes!   Keep reading to learn why security plugins are an important part of WordPress security. ## Benefits of WordPress Security Plugins Protecting your website doesn't actually require a plugin. But, they are helpful and give you extra layers of protection for your security system. And, here's how.    ### Update Reminders   Good WordPress security plugins send update reminders via email. They let you know when it's time to update your plugins, themes, and WordPress software. If you don't see your dashboard every day, updates are easy to miss. But, having up-to-date software means your website is less vulnerable to [malicious attacks](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/7-types-of-ddos-attacks-everyone-should-know-about).   ### Malware Protection   There are over [350,000 new malicious programs](https://www.av-test.org/en/statistics/malware/) detected every day.  Security plugins know what types of activity indicate an attack and/or malware. They scan your database and website like antivirus software on your computer.  If they find something, most plugins will alert you and remove it for you.   Related Post: [WordPress Security Checklist: Is Your Website Secure?](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/wordpress-security-checklist-is-your-website-secure) [![wordpress-security-checklist---is-your-website-secure](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/hs-fs/hubfs/wordpress-security-checklist---is-your-website-secure.jpg?width=600&name=wordpress-security-checklist---is-your-website-secure.jpg)](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/wordpress-security-checklist-is-your-website-secure)   ### Add a Firewall   Firewalls protect your website from intrusive incoming and outgoing traffic. This happens by: - Filtering all inbound and outbound data - Creating a middle-man that stops unwanted connections (a proxy) - Developing a warning system that flags sketchy data A firewall is one layer of any strong WordPress security system. Plugins give you the power to create a firewall without needing access to your server.    ### Secure Login Page   Your login page is vulnerable to attacks because it's the gateway to your website. Many hackers and programs alike know how to force their way through this page in particular.  But with a WordPress security plugin, you can:   - Require authentication for every login - Block malicious IP addresses (and set up an alert system) - Limit the number of faulty login attempts ### Protect Your Database   Your database is where all your website files live. Each file serves a purpose and gets called on for specific functions of your website. It's also vulnerable to attacks due to its sensitive nature.    Most databases use a similar naming structure which makes them easy to locate. But, security plugins let you hide your database by changing the location prefix and they let you back up your database in one click.    If none of that makes sense, don't worry. Plugins do the heavy lifting for you.  [![Wordpress Hosting Plus](https://hubspot-no-cache-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/default/345825/b2f4f993-f90f-4b32-ae7a-f5e44efb1c8c.png)](https://hubspot-cta-redirect-na2-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/cta/redirect/345825/b2f4f993-f90f-4b32-ae7a-f5e44efb1c8c) ## Professional WordPress Web Design  Your website is one of your best salesmen.    It tells a story and paints a picture of your brand values. What is yours saying about you? EnvisionIT specializes in amplifying your message in a big way! Plus, they can help with the complex world of WordPress security.    Let EnvisionIT take the burden off your shoulders.   [Get in touch](https://envisionitsolutions.com/web-design/) to get started designing the website of your dreams, today!  ![Mike Tungate](https://blog.envisionitsolutions.com/hubfs/mike-author.jpg) ###### ABOUT THE AUTHOR | Mike Tungate Hello! I am the Web Services Manager @ EnvisionIT Solutions. 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