Blocking access from specific countries is necessary to secure your website and optimize resource usage. For example, if your website suffers from frequent malicious attacks from certain countries, or if you need to restrict access to certain content to users from specific countries, manually configuring an .htaccess file is an effective way to do so. This article will detail how to manually configure an .htaccess file to block country-specific IP addresses, ensuring that your website is secure and complies with your access policy. Why block country-specific access? In discussing...

Spam is a common problem for many webmasters, and WordPress, being one of the most popular content management systems, is no exception. There are a number of tools that can help us block spam effectively, and one of the most popular is the Akismet plugin. This article will detail how to use Akismet plugin to block WordPress spam. First, install and activate the Akismet plugin 1, log in to the WordPress background 2, install the plugin 3, get the API secret...

Domain hijacking is a type of cyber attack where hackers redirect traffic from legitimate domains to malicious websites or IP addresses through unauthorized access or modification of DNS records. This attack not only causes financial loss to website owners, but also may damage their reputation and user trust. I will introduce the concept of domain name hijacking and its common manifestations in detail to help you identify and prevent such attacks. Definition of Domain Name Hijacking Domain name hijacking (Domain Hijacking), also known as DNS hijacking, refers to the attacker through illegal means to obtain control of the domain name, change...

WordPress has become the platform of choice for millions of people to create and manage websites. However, website security is often overlooked. In this article, we'll explore why security should be a top priority when using WordPress. The Importance of WordPress Security Whether you're a seasoned webmaster or a novice, WordPress security is your primary concern. While the Internet offers unlimited opportunities, it also hides many potential threats. We will explain why security...

rel="noopener" is an HTML attribute that is used when you add a link in WordPress and want it to open in a new browser tab. It is often used in conjunction with the rel="noreferrer" attribute, which was introduced in WordPress to fix a security hole that could be exploited by malicious websites. These two attributes enhance the security of your website against potential risks. There are JavaScript functions that allow...

Is WordPress secure? Many new users ask this question, especially when they know that WordPress is an open source platform, there will inevitably be concerns in their minds. Well, let's answer that question today with data. I'll be looking at statistics and reports on the security of the WordPress core, themes and plugins, the protection of login information, and the security of hosting services. My goal is for you to not only understand the overall state of WordPress security, but also the potential wind...