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WordPress Security &
Hardening

ONE° 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.

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Malware Removal

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

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Hardening Protocol

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

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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.

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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]

A Systematic
Approach to Growth.

  • 01
    Phase 01

    Vulnerability Scan

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

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  • 02
    Phase 02

    Patch & Update

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

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  • 03
    Phase 03

    Firewall Setup

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

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  • 04
    Phase 04

    Hardening

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

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  • 05
    Phase 05

    Monitoring

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

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[Digital Assets]

Selected Work
Case Studies.

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Phenom Elite

Phenom Elite

Giliarto

Giliarto

Klik Decor

Klik Decor

Bell Athletic

Bell Athletic

Best Products Out There

Best Products Out There

Shopify

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[Technical Execution]

Security Services
System Specs.

Comprehensive protection for mission-critical WordPress sites.

Prevention

  • Security Hardening Audits
  • Web App Firewall (WAF)
  • DDoS Protection
  • SSL/TLS Configuration
  • Two-Factor Auth (2FA)
  • Login URL Masking

Response

  • Emergency Malware Removal
  • Blacklist Removal (Google/McAfee)
  • Hacked Site Restoration
  • Forensic Analysis
  • Database Cleaning
  • Backdoor Detection

Powering the Engine

Wordfence
Sucuri
Cloudflare
MalCare
WP Activity Log
2FA
[What We Do]

Security Hardening
Checklist.

Every security engagement includes these steps as standard.

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

Related
Services.

WordPress Hack Cleanup

Your site has already been hacked — we clean it and lock it down.

WordPress Migration

Move to a more secure host as part of the hardening process.

WordPress Development

Full custom WordPress rebuild with security built in from day one.

[Customer Success]

What clients are saying
Case Evidence.

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"I've worked with ONE° on several projects over the years, and it's always been a positive experience. Building a website can get complicated, especially with multiple stakeholders involved, but they bring a steady, can-do approach that really helps keep things moving. They listen closely to what clients want and offer thoughtful, practical solutions—especially when the challenges aren't straightforward."
Anni Haugan from Appetite - Client Testimonial for ONE° Studio

Anni Haugan

Product Designer - Appetite

[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]

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get started?

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