Wordpress websites are one of the most hacked websites in the world.
Web security is an important factor for businesses. With the rise of web-based services, data theft and cybercrimes such as SQL injection and denial of service (DDOS) attacks are becoming increasingly common and they can have serious impacts on a brand’s reputation.
That's why we offer website hardening and are dedicated website experts in delivering the best website security solutions to protect your website and data from potential threats. Securing websites by hardening them with tools like SSL certificates & content delivery networks CDN, as well as developing policies involving web awareness, are essential steps to ensure data remains safe and websites run optimally. We also provide a comprehensive website health check up to check on your websites defences.
We're not a big, faceless agency. We're genuinely here to help.
Website experts
We’re Perth IT Care, and we’re experts on website security, website maintenance, and hacked website repair.
Local support
But more importantly, when you call us after disaster strikes, the phone won’t be picked up overseas.Our names are Adrian and Paul Ioppolo, and your call will be picked up by one of us.
Protecting small businesses
We’re a small business, and we protect small businesses. We’ll burn the hackers out of your site, rebuild it stronger than ever, and give you the peace of mind you need to succeed in the digital world.
Adrian 'the Beard' Ioppolo
Web Guy
Adrian is a web support and technical SEO sorcerer. He has recovered and upgraded many small businesses’ websites, freeing them from malware and hackers and ultimately helping them win more business. Worry not. You’re in good hands.
Paul 'Pops' Ioppolo
Technician
Paul is an IT troubleshooter who can do it all — a genuine ace of all trades. Building servers, debugging, and implementing IT strategies for business growth are his bread and butter, but no project is too big (or too small) for this digital wizard. He loves a good challenge.
Why is my websites security important?
Keep my website working
A security breach can compromise your website's functionality, making it inaccessible or even unusable. This can result in lost revenue, decreased user engagement, and damage to your brand reputation.
Protect against hacking
Cyber attacks such as malware infections or hacking attempts can compromise your website's security, infecting your users' devices and stealing their data. Protecting your website against these threats is crucial to maintaining a safe and secure online environment for your users.
Protect sensitive data
If your website collects sensitive information such as personal data, credit card information, or confidential business data, you need to ensure that this data is protected from unauthorised access. A security breach could result in identity theft, financial loss, or damage to your reputation. Hardening your websites security is protecting data.
Compliance requirements
Depending on the type of data your website collects, you may be required to comply with industry-specific regulations or standards. Failing to meet these requirements can result in legal penalties or fines.
30 000.
websites hacked every day
83%
are hacked through their CMS
90%
of those are Wordpress
What can happen to my website if it's compromised?
My website can be blacklisted
After detecting malicious activity, my website can be blacklisted by search engines and security services, leading to a loss of visibility and credibility online.
I can be fined
Following a data breach incident, my business can be subjected to penalties and fines for non-compliance with data protection regulations, resulting in financial repercussions.
I can ruin my domain completely
Due to security breaches and malicious activities, my domain's trustworthiness can be compromised, leading to a decline in reputation and credibility among users and search engines.
I can be sued
Facing legal action due to a data breach, my business is currently embroiled in litigation proceedings for potential breaches of data protection laws, highlighting the severity of the incident and its implications.
How can I secure my website?
Maintain your website
Whether you set your website to auto update and call in the cavalry when it breaks, or get us in to completely take care of your website. The updates need to happen on the regular.
Great security plugin
You are never going to win a battle if you bring a knife to a gun fight. Don't skimp on a security plugin, a free plugin is better than nothing, but a great paid plugin is irreplaceable.
Web security consulation
Our web security consultation service is an invaluable resource for businesses, offering detailed insight into web vulnerabilities and how to safely secure your web presence. We sift through websites and take stock of your defenses. We can correctly identify web security issues and advise on appropriate steps needed to maintain the safety of web content.
Third party certification
If you have had a compromised website, having an independent website security certification is a great way to ensure your website remains secure in the future. This review will check every aspect of your website and look for any potential weaknesses that need to be addressed. It is a comprehensive assessment conducted by cyber security experts, ensuring findings are accurate. This is not just for small businesses but also for web developers and designers. Having this type of review done can provide peace-of-mind and additional confidence when running your business.Work faster and smarter by integrating directly with Intercom, right in the app.
We're a small business and we protect small businesses
"Perth IT Care literally saved our business"
Dont let hindsight be 20/20, act now an protect your reputation.
Take proactive steps today to safeguard your website's integrity and protect your digital assets from potential threats. Don't wait until it's too late—act now to ensure the security and trustworthiness of your online presence..
"I filled out their contact form (made a distress call) and in no time Adrian was on the phone helping me out."
Marcus Browne
Owner, Mishack
Frequently asked questions.
Is Wordpress the best option?
If a website is updated regularly on most of its pages and not just the blog, WordPress can be an excellent tool for building and maintaining it. However, if regular updates are not made, the benefits of using a CMS that slows the site down and is open to hacking may not be worth it. We invite you to have a conversation with us to discuss alternative options to WordPress.
I don't show my password to anyone, how would they hack my Wordpress website?
Just one example is a 'brute force attack', which is a common type of cyber attack that can target WordPress websites. In a brute force attack, hackers attempt to gain access to a website by repeatedly trying different username and password combinations until they find the correct one. This can be done manually or using automated tools that can try thousands of combinations in a short period of time. WordPress sites are particularly vulnerable to brute force attacks due to their popularity and the use of default login credentials.
Can I use third party plugins or themes on my Wordpress site?
Yes, you can use third-party plugins or themes on your WordPress site, but it's important to choose reputable sources and keep them updated. Third-party plugins and themes can sometimes contain security vulnerabilities that can be exploited by hackers, so it's important to perform due diligence before installing them. Only use plugins and themes from trusted sources, and regularly check for security updates and patches.
Case studies.
Blogs for website security, health and wellbeing.
One byte at a time.
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