Set up WordPress security controls

BulletProof Security Pro brings security, file, database, login, backup, logging, and administration tools into a WordPress dashboard. Its One-Click Setup Wizard includes AutoFix functions for AutoWhitelist, AutoSetup, and AutoCleanup. Product information describes these functions as a way to simplify initial configuration and automatically address more than 100 known issues or conflicts with other add-ons. Review the generated configuration and use the available help information or question-mark buttons as you enable the capabilities your website needs.

Choose monitoring tools by what they cover

AutoRestore Intrusion Detection and Prevention System includes quarantine capabilities and a real-time file monitor. MScan Malware Scanner supports checking site documents. These tools can help identify file changes and handle detected items. DB Monitor Intrusion Detection System monitors database activity, while DB Diff Tool compares data.

The Plugin Firewall includes automated whitelisting and IP addresses updated in real time. Other file and site controls include the Uploads Folder Anti-Exploit Guard, .htaccess site security protection, hidden extension folders and files, and Custom php.ini Website Security. File and Folder Lock can lock files and detect folders that were not created by you.

Manage database, login, and site activity

Database tools include full or partial backups, manual or scheduled backups, email ZIP backups, and an option to delete old backups through Cron. DB Status and Info offers database status and information, and the DB Table Prefix Changer offers another database administration option.

Login Security and Monitoring includes a dashboard with alerting, status display, and additional settings. Idle Session Logout and Auth Cookie Expiration help manage session behavior. JTC Anti-Spam and Anti-Hacker is also included.

Security Logging, HTTP Error Logging, and PHP Error Logging organize information about security and site activity. FrontEnd and BackEnd Maintenance Mode can place a site or part of its administration into maintenance mode. Pro-Tools provides 16 mini-plugins, and the Heads Up Dashboard Status Display surfaces security status information.

Configure and maintain the site

Install BulletProof Security Pro as a WordPress extension, then open its settings and begin with the One-Click Setup Wizard. Review the generated configuration and use available help while enabling the security, backup, monitoring, and logging capabilities required for the website. The plugin also includes options to configure WordPress automatic updates, require strong passwords, and send email alerts for new plugin and theme updates.