Wordfence
FreemiumThe most popular WordPress security plugin with malware scanning and firewall
🌐Network SecurityAbout Wordfence
Wordfence is the most installed WordPress security plugin with 4M+ active installations. Its free version includes a malware scanner, login security, and basic firewall rules (updated 30 days after Wordfence Premium). The Premium plan ($119/year) provides real-time firewall rules, IP reputation blocking, and advanced malware signatures. Wordfence Central manages security across multiple WordPress sites. Best for: individual WordPress site owners and agencies managing multiple sites.
What's Great
- ✓Free version provides meaningful security for most WordPress sites
- ✓4M+ installations — the most battle-tested WordPress security plugin
- ✓Wordfence Central provides multi-site management from one dashboard
Watch Out For
- !Free version gets firewall rules 30 days late — Premium required for real-time protection
- !Scanner can be resource-intensive on shared hosting
Common Use Cases
A blogger installs Wordfence free and blocks 200 brute force login attempts per week without any configuration
Best For
Pricing Model
Freemium
Free plan available. Paid plans unlock advanced features.
Category
Network Security
Protect your web presence, DNS, and network perimeter from attacks.
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