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WordPress Security
& Hardening.

ONE Degree Studio hardens and secures WordPress websites for businesses in Australia, USA, and Canada. We protect your site against hackers, malware, and brute-force attacks — with ongoing monitoring to catch issues before they cause damage.

Malware Removal

Hacked? We surgically remove malware, backdoors, and phishing scripts without breaking your site. We get you off Google's blocklist fast.

Verified

Hardening Protocol

We apply 50+ security patches: disabling file editing, changing salt keys, hiding login URLs, and implementing strict firewall rules.

Verified

24/7 Monitoring

Real-time file change detection. If a single line of code changes on your server without authorisation, we know about it instantly.

Verified

Off-Site Backups

Daily encrypted backups stored on a separate cloud provider (AWS S3). Even in a total catastrophe, your data is safe and recoverable.

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12+ Years Experience100+ Projects DeliveredAustralia · USA · CanadaFixed Price, Every TimeStudio: Open
[Our Process]

How we
get it done.

  • 01
    Phase 01

    Vulnerability Scan

    Deep scan of core files, plugins, and themes to identify security gaps and malicious code.

    Verified Step
  • 02
    Phase 02

    Patch & Update

    Updating all software to safe versions. Replacing abandoned plugins with secure alternatives.

    Verified Step
  • 03
    Phase 03

    Firewall Setup

    Configuring a WAF (Web Application Firewall) to block bad bots and SQL injection attempts.

    Verified Step
  • 04
    Phase 04

    Hardening

    Locking down file permissions, disabling XML-RPC, and enforcing strong authentication.

    Verified Step
  • 05
    Phase 05

    Monitoring

    Setting up alerts for uptime, file changes, and failed login attempts.

    Verified Step
[Digital Assets]

Built.
Shipped. Measured.

Shopify stores, WordPress sites, React apps, and SaaS tools — each one scoped, designed, and built in-house. Fixed price, documented, and tracked against real business metrics.

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[Stack & Scope]

What we
build with.

Comprehensive protection for mission-critical WordPress sites.

12specialisms
Capabilities
v2026.1

01 —

Prevention

01Security Hardening Audits
02Web App Firewall (WAF)
03DDoS Protection
04SSL/TLS Configuration
05Two-Factor Auth (2FA)
06Login URL Masking

02 —

Response

01Emergency Malware Removal
02Blacklist Removal (Google/McAfee)
03Hacked Site Restoration
04Forensic Analysis
05Database Cleaning
06Backdoor Detection
Tech Stack
06 tools
Wordfence
Sucuri
Cloudflare
MalCare
WP Activity Log
2FA
[What We Do]

Security Hardening
Checklist.

Every security engagement includes these steps as standard.

WordPress core, theme, and plugin updates
Malware scan and removal
File permission hardening
Login protection (2FA + brute-force blocking)
Database prefix randomisation
Admin username changed from 'admin'
Web Application Firewall (WAF) setup
Automated backup schedule configured
SSL certificate verification
Google Search Console clean bill of health
[Also Consider]

Related
Services.

[Customer Success]

Real clients.
Real results.

"ONE° Studio is a skilled full-stack web development and design agency with strong technical knowledge. On multiple client projects including web development and optimisation, they delivered reliable and effective solutions. They communicate clearly, stay connected with stakeholders, and are easy to work with. Professional, dependable, and collaborative a genuine asset to any project."
Léon van Vugt from Studio ITO

Léon van Vugt

DirectorStudio ITO, Netherlands

[FAQ]

Frequently
Asked.

Yes. This is an emergency service. We can usually clean a hacked site within 24 hours. We remove the malware, close the security hole, and request a review from Google to remove warnings.
Hardening means reducing the 'attack surface' of your site. It involves technical configurations that make it much harder for automated bots and hackers to break in, even if they know you use WordPress.
Emergency cleanup starts at $850. This includes cleaning, hardening, and blacklist removal. Prevention/Hardening packages start at $450.
No. We test all changes on a staging copy of your site first, then deploy to production once verified. Your live site remains functional throughout the process.
Common signs include: your site redirects to spam pages, Google shows a security warning, your host suspended your account, or you see unfamiliar admin users in WordPress.
Yes. We offer monthly security retainers that include automated scanning, updates, and a human review each month. Starting from $150/month.
Book a security consultation at onedegree. studio/book or contact us directly for emergency situations. We'll assess your site and provide a fixed-price quote within 24 hours.
Signs include: strange popups, redirects to other sites, new admin users you didn't create, slow performance, or warnings from your browser/hosting provider.
Yes. Our care plans include daily security scans, uptime monitoring, safe updates, and off-site backups. It's insurance for your website.
Absolutely. Ecommerce security is critical because you handle customer data. We implement additional protections for checkout pages and customer accounts to ensure PCI compliance.
Standard hardening is usually completed within 2–3 business days. Emergency malware removal can often be done within 24 hours. We'll give you a clear timeline when you contact us.
A standard security hardening engagement takes 3–5 business days. If there's active malware to clean, add 1–3 days. Emergency response for actively hacked sites starts within 24 hours.
Yes, we're based in Ulverstone, Tasmania and provide WordPress security services across Australia and internationally. All security work is done remotely via secure server access.
[Next Steps]

Ready to
get started?

Book a free 20-minute call. We scope your project, give you a fixed price, and tell you exactly what you'll get — no surprises.