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Paul G.

Paul Goodchild is the founder and CEO of Shield Security for WordPress – a best-in-class security plugin for the protection of critical WordPress-based websites and businesses.

Paul focuses on security features that deliver realworld results for client through the prevention of security breaches before they can happen. Prevention is preferrable over busy-security-work that sees you putting out fires and cleaning up your sites after an infection has taken hold.

Paul maintains that while a security plugin for WordPress is absolutely crucial, “security” is a practice and must involve your entire website and WordPress hosting environment, including your own local device security and security hygiene.

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Latest blogs from Paul

WordPress toolbox
March 27, 2024 by Paul G.

Tools to Keep Your WooCommerce Store Running Smoothly

Dive into the various tools and strategies to keep your WooCommerce store running smoothly, from the careful crafting of product attributes to secure checkout processes.

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Shield Security Release 19.1
March 25, 2024 by Paul G.

WP Shield Security PRO – Release 19.1

Shield Security 19.1 brings Instant Alerts so that you're immediately informed of critical security events. It also brings much needed code quality improvements.

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March 25, 2024 by Paul G.

ShieldNOTES Ep#6: Your Monday Morning Security Notes

It's been another quiet WordPress week, so just a few ShieldNOTES items this morning that we think you should know about.

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March 18, 2024 by Paul G.

ShieldNOTES Ep#5: Your Monday Morning Security Notes

It’s been a quiet week, and this is good, so just 3 items on the security agenda this morning.

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March 10, 2024 by Paul G.

ShieldNOTES Ep#4: Your Monday Morning Security Notes

This week in our ShieldNotes Ep4, there are a few big WordPress plugin and theme vulnerabilities to look-out for, a piece from our archives, and the WCAsia livestreams.

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March 4, 2024 by Paul G.

ShieldNOTES Ep#3: Your Monday Morning Security Notes

ShieldNOTES is your Monday Morning bulletin on any important security news and updates. This is our 3rd edition.

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TimThumb WordPress Shield Security PRO featured image
February 29, 2024 by Paul G.

How to Rectify the WordPress Timthumb Hack: A DIY Guide

Impacted by the TimThumb vulnerability on your WordPress? Uncover how to detect and fix the issue while considering secure script alternatives.

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February 26, 2024 by Paul G.

ShieldNOTES Ep#2: Your Monday Morning Security Notes

ShieldNOTES is your Monday Morning bulletin on any important security news and updates. This is our 2nd edition.

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Shield Security PRO clean WordPress database featured image
February 23, 2024 by Paul G.

Database Cleanup and Optimisation: A Quick Guide for WordPress Users

Experience issues with a slow WordPress website? Our guide explains how to clean and optimise your WordPress database for better speed and performance.

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WordPress performance
February 19, 2024 by Paul G.

Enhancing Website Speed and Performance on WordPress

Learn how to fine-tune your WordPress site for optimal speed, performance, and user engagement, without compromising on security or stability.

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