DJ Abrams

<p><strong>Password Sentry</strong> (PS) is the <strong>must-have</strong> application for every membership site! We developed and released Password Sentry in 1999. Password Sentry was groundbreaking as the first application of its kind. Password Sentry continues to be groundbreaking as we grow and re-invent Password Sentry to continue to be the leader in the industry – exceeding anything our competition offers. Password Sentry is an affordable and reliable tool used by thousands of clients to secure and protect thousands of websites from password trading and dictionary / brute force attacks: saving webmasters hundreds or thousands of dollars each year in extra bandwidth, and lost sales. Password Sentry is a free Open Source App.</p>
<p>WordPress (WP) has become a CMS (Content Management System) for many webmasters. In particular, paysite webmasters who offer paid memberships. To that end, we have seen an explosion of apps and WP plugins that enhance the membership functionality of WP. Our plugin is the perfect fit to WP and those plugins. PasswordSentry Plugin hooks into the WP Login to track and log logins to detect and block password sharing and compromised passwords. The PasswordSentry Plugin protects your members and your WP from hackers trying to access your members WP accounts. It also protects your bottom line if you run a paysite by blocking members from sharing their passwords with others. The PasswordSentry Plugin depends on the Password Sentry App: <a href="https://www.password-sentry.com/" title="Password Sentry" rel="nofollow ugc">Password Sentry</a>. The Password Sentry App includes a standalone, web-based control panel (PS AdminCP) to manage Password Sentry App and logged WP users.</p>
<p><strong>o</strong> Detect and block password sharing via UserTracking and GeoTracking technology</p>
<p><strong>o</strong> Web-based control panel to administer Password Sentry App, and monitor / manage users</p>
<p><strong>o</strong> Priority Support [Fee-Based]</p>
<p><strong>o</strong> FREE Regular Forum Support</p>
<p><strong>o</strong> FREE updates</p>
<p><strong>o</strong> Unlimited Domains</p>
<p><strong>o</strong> Capability to block logins from specified countries, and/or IP addresses</p>
<p><strong>o</strong> Monitor and throttle per-user bandwidth</p>
<p>Before you use this plugin, you must FIRST install the Password Sentry App. Once the Password Sentry App is fully installed and configured, you can then activate and configure the PasswordSentry Plugin. This plugin monitors WP logins, checking for password sharing. If password sharing is detected for a given user, that user is automatically suspended, and you are emailed. Suspended users can either be manually restored via PS AdminCP, or you can setup a cron job to automatically restore suspended users after XX minutes.</p>


PasswordSentry

Secure WordPress by detecting shared passwords, and blocking password sharing. The plugin integrates Password Sentry app into WP to track logins.

Adam W. Warner

SiteLock

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Logan Kipp

<p>Your website deserves protection that’s simple, fast and built for WordPress. SiteLock WordPress Security focuses on the everyday controls that matter most and helps you establish a secure baseline in minutes — WordPress-specific hardening, login protection and a clear Site Health dashboard that keeps you in control without slowing your site down.<br />
It’s lightweight, action-first protection that complements your host defenses: essential safeguards run inside WordPress while deeper checks happen securely in the SiteLock cloud. Skip heavy on-server scans and alert fatigue — run on-demand checks when you need extra assurance, so you can ship updates with confidence.</p>
<h4>Security that grows with you</h4>
<p>Our goal is straightforward: maintain a strong baseline with minimal overhead while giving you clear visibility and room to grow as your needs evolve.<br />
And because security is never static, this plugin keeps pace. Next up: Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to strengthen login security (coming soon).</p>
<h4>Commercial plugin</h4>
<p>This plugin is free but offers additional paid commercial upgrades or support.</p>
<h3>What’s included</h3>
<h4>WordPress Hardening: Cut common attack paths in just a few clicks.</h4>
<ul>
<li>Disable directory listing.</li>
<li>Restrict PHP execution in upload folders.</li>
<li>Limit unsafe script types.</li>
<li>Force strong configuration defaults to close risky gaps.</li>
</ul>
<p><em>All options are toggle-based and reversible — safe to enable, easy to test and lightweight on performance</em></p>
<h4>Login Security: Protect what matters most — your access</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Brute-force defense</strong>: Blocks repeated failed logins and temporarily locks abusive IPs.</li>
<li><strong>Password policy prompts</strong>: Encourage stronger credentials without breaking workflows.</li>
<li><strong>Session timeouts</strong>: Automatically end idle sessions to prevent account hijacks.</li>
<li><strong>Activity awareness</strong>: View recent logins and admin changes in the <strong>Activity Log</strong>.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong><em>Heads-up:</em> Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)</strong> — a second layer of verification for even greater login protection. It’s already in development and will arrive as part of the next plugin milestone.</p>
<h4>Site Health & Cloud Checks: Clarity without noise.</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Site Health Dashboard</strong>: Surface key signals in one view — WordPress hardening status, last scan timestamp and actionable indicators</li>
<li><strong>Cloud Checks</strong>: Connect your free SiteLock account to enable recurring off-server checks (Webpage Scan, SSL Verification, Email Reputation and more)</li>
<li><strong>Scan Now</strong>: Run on-demand checks after updates or changes for instant assurance -no heavy, always-on local scanners</li>
<li><strong>Activity Log</strong>: Track what’s happening across your WordPress admin. See admin/login events at a glance making it easy to spot anomalies early and keep accountability clear.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Why Choose SiteLock WordPress Security?</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Lightweight by design</strong>: All high-impact protections, no unnecessary load</li>
<li><strong>Real visibility</strong>: Know your security posture in seconds with Site Health</li>
<li><strong>Cloud-powered assurance</strong>: Checks run off-server, protecting performance</li>
<li><strong>Flexible setup</strong>: Use standalone or connect a SiteLock account for added layers</li>
<li><strong>Future-ready</strong>: Two-Factor Authentication and enhanced security features are already on the horizon</li>
<li><strong>Trusted heritage</strong>: From the global leader in SMB website security backed by continuous innovation and research</li>
<li><strong>Aligned to WordPress</strong>: Designed to stay out of your way and keep performance priorities intact</li>
</ul>
<h4>Who It’s For</h4>
<ul>
<li>Small businesses & startups</li>
<li>Portfolio & personal brand sites</li>
<li>WooCommerce shops & small e-commerce</li>
<li>Agencies & website maintenance services</li>
<li>Freelance developers & web designers</li>
<li>Bloggers, creators & publishers</li>
<li>Community & membership sites</li>
<li>Nonprofits & educational sites</li>
</ul>
<p><em>If you manage a WordPress website, SiteLock gives you confidence and control whether you run one site or hundreds.</em></p>
<h4>Can I Fix an Already-Infected Site with This Plugin?</h4>
<p>The plugin focuses on prevention, posture and visibility — not full malware removal. It isn’t designed to fully clean up sites that were infected before it was active.<br />
If your site is already compromised, act quickly, we recommend:</p>
<ul>
<li>Restoring from a clean backup if available</li>
<li>Remove malicious files manually or with professional help</li>
<li>For urgent assistance, consider <a href="https://www.sitelock.com/products/fix-hacked-site/" rel="nofollow ugc">SiteLock 911 – Emergency Malware Removal</a> for rapid cleanup</li>
<li>For ongoing defense, consider <a href="https://www.sitelock.com/pricing/" rel="nofollow ugc">choosing a comprehensive SiteLock plan</a></li>
</ul>
<h4>Don’t Know Where To Start? Try This</h4>
<p>Here are common first moves teams take with SiteLock. Order isn’t enforced — choose what fits your site and workflow:</p>
<ul>
<li>Enable WordPress hardening that matches your hosting and theme setup</li>
<li>Turn on Login Security controls: brute-force lockouts, session timeouts, and password-hygiene prompts</li>
<li>Connect a free SiteLock account, then use Scan Now to run an on-demand check after plugin/theme updates</li>
<li>Review the Activity Log after major changes to spot unexpected admin/login events quickly<br />
Make one change at a time, validate and roll back any toggle that conflicts with your stack.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Need Help with Setup or Fixes?</h4>
<ul>
<li>Visit <a href="https://www.sitelock.com/help-center/" rel="nofollow ugc">Help Center – WordPress</a> for plugin specific help</li>
<li>For broader topics explore the <a href="https://www.sitelock.com/help-center/" rel="nofollow ugc">SiteLock Help Center</a></li>
</ul>


SiteLock Security – WP Hardening, Login Security & Malware Scans

Free, lightweight WordPress security. WP Hardening, login protection and Site Health & on‑demand checks without slowing your site. Setup in minutes.

PasswordSentry vs SiteLock Security – WP Hardening, Login Security & Malware Scans