Why is my WordPress site not secure?

Google says your WordPress website not secure because your site doesn’t have an SSL certificate or has an SSL certificate that is poorly configured. The simplest way to resolve this Chrome error is to install an SSL certificate. For comprehensive security, though, we recommend installing a WordPress security plugin.

Are WordPress websites easily hacked?

All websites on the internet are vulnerable to hacking attempts. The reason why WordPress sites are a common target is because WordPress is world’s most popular website builder. This immense popularity gives hackers an easy way to find websites that are less secure, so they can exploit it.

How do I fix not secure?

If a site you frequently use is displaying the “Not Secure” warning, you should contact them and ask them to start supporting HTTPS. You can also try manually replacing HTTP with HTTPS in the URL, as some sites may have partial support for HTTPS but don’t offer it by default.

How do I get rid of WordPress site not secure?

How to Avoid the Not Secure Chrome Warning (In 4 Steps)

1. Step 1: Get an SSL Certificate. Obtaining an SSL certificate is relatively simple.
2. Step 2: Install Your Certificate Through Hostinger’s Members Area.
3. Step 3: Change Your WordPress URL.
4. Step 4: Implement a Site-Wide 301 Redirect.

How can I Make my WordPress site more secure?

In addition to setting a secure password for your WordPress admin account – and changing it regularly – make sure that every website-related service is protected by a strong and unique password, like your FTP and host logins. Here are a few tips for setting strong passwords:

Is it safe to build a website on WordPress?

The truth is, with the right knowledge, using WordPress is arguably just as safe, if not safer, than making your own website. It’s impossible to develop an impregnable website that will never ever be breached. Even if you’re trying to create your own site from scratch, remember that you’re on your own.

Is it possible for a wordpress site to be hacked?

If your WordPress site has ever been hacked – or even if you’ve just imagined it when going over all the possible outcomes – you know the panic that’s bound to set in. Simply knowing a security breach is possible is enough to get you on track to creating a safer website that’s monitored by a reliable host.

How to protect your WordPress site from malware?

This WordPress security plugin is very powerful, so browse through all the tabs and settings to see all that it does such as Malware scanning, Audit logs, Failed Login Attempt tracking, etc. The easiest way to protect your site and be confident about your WordPress security is by using a web application firewall (WAF).