Smart WordPress security without the bloat: integrity, malware, vulnerability and brute-force protection, explained and prioritized.
Alternatives to WP Shieldon – WordPress Firewall
Plugins below are selected for functional relevance and current directory signals. Active-install counts do not affect this ranking.
WordPress plugins with similar use cases
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Firewall, 9 malware scanners, 2FA, country blocking, audit log preview — all free. 750+ WAF rules and 170,000+ signatures. No paywall.
Security agent connecting to FreelanceBo Sentra Control console for WAF, malware scanning, brute force protection, and vulnerability scanning.
Protect your WordPress. The ultimate lightweight security suite. Block brute-force attacks, auto-repair infected core files, hide your login URL, set …
Hide your login page behind a secret URL, limit login attempts, and block brute force attacks. Includes lockout thresholds and instant email alerts.
Hide My WP Ghost is a WordPress security plugin that hides WP paths and protects your site with Path Security, Firewall, Brute Force Protection, 2FA
Every WordPress exploit targets PHP. Camouflage disables PHP for public visitors and serves static HTML instead, making your site unexploitable from t …
Free WordPress security: WAF, firewall, brute force protection, two-factor authentication, passkeys, country blocking, and security headers.
Enterprise-grade security engine featuring brute-force mitigation, autonomous system hardening, and a real-time command center.
Protect your WordPress site by detecting, blocking and reporting malicious IPs using the AbuseIPDB API. Includes brute-force protection.