shawfactor

Asitha

<p>This plugin send the proper headers for full ssl security. For more information on what this is and why it is important visit: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HTTP_Strict_Transport_Security</p>
<p>The options are preset to enable browsers to preload the HSTS directive but can be overwritten by filters which are clearly documented in the code.</p>
<p><strong>Did you find this plugin helpful? Please consider <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/view/plugin-reviews/lh-hsts" rel="ugc">writing a review</a>.</strong></p>
<h3>To update the max-age settings, add the following code to your functions.php</h3>
<pre><code>add_filter('lh_hsts_max_age', 'modify_ls_hsts_max_age_func');

function modify_ls_hsts_max_age_func( $max_age ){
    return false;
}
    `

<h3>To update the subdomain settings, add the following code to your functions.php</h3>

</code></pre>
<p>add_filter(‘lh_hsts_subdomain’, ‘modify_ls_hsts_subdomain_func’);</p>
<p>function modify_ls_hsts_subdomain_func( $subdomain ){<br />
    return false;<br />
}<br />
    `</p>
<h3>To update the preload setting, add the following code to your functions.php</h3>
<pre><code>add_filter('lh_hsts_preload', 'modify_ls_hsts_preload_func');

function modify_ls_hsts_preload_func( $preload ){
    return false;
}
    `

<h3>To update the redirect setting, add the following code to your functions.php</h3>

</code></pre>
<p>add_filter(‘lh_hsts_redirect’, ‘modify_ls_hsts_redirect_func’);</p>
<p>function modify_ls_hsts_redirect_func( $redirect ){<br />
    return false;<br />
}<br />
    `</p>


LH HSTS

Using with WordPress 4.9.4 and can verify the correct header is being set. Thanks!

Works Splendidly

HSTS is HTTP Strict Transport Security, a means to enforce using SSL even if the user accesses the site through HTTP and not HTTPS.

Studio Be4

<p>Security Headers & Caching is a comprehensive WordPress plugin that helps protect your website by implementing essential HTTP security headers and optimizing performance through intelligent caching mechanisms. Compatible with all hosting providers including Aruba, SiteGround, Bluehost, and more.</p>
<h4>Key Features</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Easy Configuration</strong> – Simple admin interface to enable/disable security headers</li>
<li><strong>Multiple Security Headers</strong> – Comprehensive security header support</li>
<li><strong>Smart Caching</strong> – Configurable cache duration for better performance</li>
<li><strong>Universal Compatibility</strong> – Works with all hosting providers</li>
<li><strong>No Conflicts</strong> – Compatible with popular security and caching plugins</li>
<li><strong>Translation Ready</strong> – Full internationalization support</li>
</ul>
<h4>Security Headers Included</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>X-Powered-By</strong> – Removes server technology information to prevent targeted attacks</li>
<li><strong>Content-Security-Policy (CSP)</strong> – Controls which resources can be loaded to prevent XSS attacks</li>
<li><strong>Strict-Transport-Security (HSTS)</strong> – Forces HTTPS connections for enhanced security</li>
<li><strong>X-XSS-Protection</strong> – Enables XSS filtering in older browsers</li>
<li><strong>X-Frame-Options</strong> – Prevents clickjacking attacks by controlling iframe embedding</li>
<li><strong>X-Content-Type-Options</strong> – Prevents MIME type sniffing</li>
<li><strong>Referrer-Policy</strong> – Controls how much referrer information is shared</li>
<li><strong>Permissions-Policy</strong> – Controls browser features and APIs</li>
</ul>
<h4>Caching Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Configurable cache duration (seconds)</li>
<li>Automatic cache headers management</li>
<li>Compatible with CDN services</li>
<li>No conflict with existing cache plugins</li>
</ul>
<h4>Why Security Headers Matter</h4>
<p>Security headers are HTTP response headers that tell your browser how to behave when handling your website’s content. They help protect against:</p>
<ul>
<li>Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) attacks</li>
<li>Clickjacking attempts</li>
<li>Code injection attacks</li>
<li>MIME type sniffing</li>
<li>Protocol downgrade attacks</li>
<li>And much more…</li>
</ul>
<h4>Developer Friendly</h4>
<p>The plugin provides filters for developers to customize headers:</p>
<ul>
<li><code>shc_security_headers</code> – Filter to modify security headers array</li>
</ul>
<h4>Test Your Security</h4>
<p>After installing and configuring the plugin, test your site’s security at:<br />
* <a href="https://securityheaders.com/" rel="nofollow ugc">Security Headers</a><br />
* <a href="https://observatory.mozilla.org/" rel="nofollow ugc">Mozilla Observatory</a></p>
<h4>Privacy</h4>
<p>This plugin does not collect, store, or transmit any user data. It only modifies HTTP response headers sent by your server.</p>
<h3>Developer Documentation</h3>
<h4>Filters</h4>
<p><strong>shc_security_headers</strong></p>
<p>Modify the security headers before they are sent.</p>
<pre><code>add_filter( 'shc_security_headers', function( $headers ) {
    // Add custom header
    $headers['X-Custom-Header'] = 'custom-value';

    // Modify existing header
    $headers['X-Frame-Options'] = 'DENY';

    return $headers;
} );
</code></pre>
<h4>Constants</h4>
<ul>
<li><code>SHC_VERSION</code> – Plugin version number</li>
<li><code>SHC_PLUGIN_DIR</code> – Plugin directory path</li>
<li><code>SHC_PLUGIN_URL</code> – Plugin directory URL</li>
<li><code>SHC_PLUGIN_BASENAME</code> – Plugin basename</li>
</ul>
<h3>Support</h3>
<p>For support, feature requests, or bug reports, please visit:<br />
* <a href="https://www.studiobe4.it" rel="nofollow ugc">Plugin Website</a></p>
<h3>Credits</h3>
<p>Developed by <a href="https://www.studiobe4.it" rel="nofollow ugc">Studio Be4</a> – Web Design & Development Agency</p>
<h3>License</h3>
<p>This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.</p>


Security Headers & Caching

Enhance your WordPress site security with HTTP security headers and improve performance with smart caching. Works with all hosting providers.

LH HSTS vs Security Headers & Caching