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WordPress Security Plugin.

Shield Security is everything you expect from a WordPress security plugin, and it actually works.

Block Bots. Secure Vulnerabilities. Protect Users.

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WordPress Security That Gets Smarter With Every Click

Shield is the next-generation WordPress security plugin. Alongside everything you expect, Shield learns from attacks and adapts to threats across its network.

Shield is antifragile: every attack makes it stronger. Shield’s learnings are shared across all users and sites, so we can protect your WordPress site from threats that others will never see coming.

Basic WordPress security is not enough. Truly Shield your sites

WordPress hosts only cover the basics, leaving your site exposed.

Shield is a complete WordPress security solution: next-generation malware scanning, proprietary silentCAPTCHA to block bots without interrupting users, all the 2FA you need – and much more.

WordPress security can’t be left to chance. Truly Shield your sites today.

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Features

WordPress Protection That’s Always On Guard

Shield Security PRO protects everyone. It handles the heavy lifting so you can focus on what really matters. Want more control instead? Shield lets you fine-tune your site’s security with no expertise required

Tired of endless security alerts? We get it. That’s why Shield keeps you informed, not overwhelmed. With its customisable toolkit, you can ensure you’re only notified of what’s most relevant to you.

Advanced Password Policies

Harden User Passwords – A Common Source Of Account Hacking

silentCAPTCHA Bot Protection

Stop Bad Bots With Our Exclusive, Invisible silentCAPTCHA Technology

DIY/Custom Security Rules

Review and Manage Current User Sessions

MAL{ai} – AI Powered Malware Detection

Detect and Remove All Types Of PHP Malware

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No SPAM

Ik heb de Shield Plugin al een paar jaar. Ik heb praktisch geen spam. En in het zeldzame geval dat er een probleem is, is hun helpdesk geweldig. Ze reageren snel en zijn echt gepassioneerd om je te helpen.

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silentCAPTCHA

Stop bots with smart CAPTCHA – without the interruptions

Identify and block malicious bots by analysing behavioural patterns that distinguish them from legitimate users and bots. Enjoy unintrusive protection that doesn’t interrupt genuine visitors with annoying CAPTCHAs

MAL{ai} stops even new attacks

Catches 80% of brand new malware injections – truly vigilant protection.

Detect advanced WordPress threats with our machine-learning-powered malware scanner. MAL{ai} identifies 8 out of 10 unknown malware injections, catching threats early and giving you an edge.

Pair it with vulnerability scanning and repair tools to review site files, databases, plugins, and themes, ensuring comprehensive protection

WordPress Malware AI-based Detection and Machine Learning
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All the 2FA, Passkeys, Yubikeys, and password policies you need

Shield protects your WordPress login with functionality and enforcement.

Secure your site with strong login protections. Enforce two-factor authentication via email, one-time passwords, apps, or passkeys. Set robust password policies to ensure strength and block vulnerable passwords.

Fully control WordPress security with custom rules

Create any WordPress security rule you need.

Use a simple ‘If/Then’ approach to create almost any WordPress security rule you can imagine. Perfect for tech-savvy users, it offers flexibility to craft bespoke security measures. Plus, you’ll soon access a rich library of custom rules to download and implement instantly.

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Smart, Fully Auto IP Blocking

Shield WordPress Sites from Bots with a smarter, fully automated IP Blocking Engine

Deep Integrations

Effortlessly connect Shield Security PRO with your favourite tools & services. Supports integrations with WooCommerce, MainWP, Gravity Forms, and more.

Full Activity Log

Stay aware of visitor actions and interactions on your site to spot security risks early.

WordPress-Specific WAF

Protect your site with a firewall tailored specifically for the WordPress environment, detecting & blocking threats efficiently.

WordPress Core Protection

Automatically scan and repair infected WordPress core files

WooCommerce and Membership Sites

Protect WooCommerce & Membership Sites From Brute Force Attacks

Vulnerability Detection & Auto-Upgrade

Detect Vulnerable Plugins And Automatically Upgrade To Keep Sites Secured

Advanced 2FA Login Protection

Secure all users with Two-Factor Authentication (Passkeys, Email, Google Auth, Yubikey)

Global Shield Stats Summary.

How shield is protecting WordPress sites all over the globe

0+ million Login Blocks
0+ million Firewall Blocks
0+ million Malicious Bots Blocked
0+ million Fake Google/Search Bots
0+ million IPs Blocked
0+ million IP Offenses
0+ million Bot: XML-RPC
0+ million Bot: Username Probing

ShieldPRO is the only security solution built to work seamlessly with all of these:

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@juhanihonkanen

Works very good

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@newheart

Great Plugin

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@chumpchangewd

Useful plugin, helpful support. No hackings lately.

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@mhallor

Easy to use and works great

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@wordbin

great stuff

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@bitcoinize

Good security tool

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@johnk32

Better on its own

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@pcritchie

Five Stars

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Testimonials

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Thousands of satisfied members attest to the power of Shield Security PRO. But don’t just take our word for it – read their stories and experience the difference for yourself.

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