90,000
attacks on WordPress sites, per minute
Every site gets tried
Bots probe WordPress sites all day, every day. Being a small site doesn't keep you off the list.
Your WordPress site,safe from hackers.
MalCare is a WordPress security plugin. It blocks attacks, scans for malware, and removes it in one click, without slowing your site down. It runs on 400,000+ sites and is used by agencies who clean hacked sites for a living.
400,000+ sites/120 countries/★ 4.6 Trustpilot
Attacks blocked / mo
2B+
Requests processed / mo
18B+
Sites cleaned / mo
1,500+
Trusted by 400,000+ sites · 120 countries
What a WordPress hack costs you.
Attacks on WordPress are automated. Bots try every site they can find, big or small. When one gets in, you can end up blacklisted by Google, suspended by your host, and out more than $10,000.
$10,000+
what a hack can cost you
Hacks are expensive
Lost sales, cleanup fees, and the time spent getting back online add up fast after one successful attack.
Google blacklist
Visitors see a warning, not your site
Google marks your site as dangerous, so visitors see a red warning screen instead of your business. Getting off the list can take weeks.
Host suspension
Your site goes offline
Hosts take infected sites offline to protect their other customers. Until the site is cleaned, visitors see nothing at all.
Good WordPress security does four things. MalCare does all four.
Stop attacks, catch anything that gets through, clean it up fast, and learn from every attack. Skip one and you leave a gap.
The Perimeter
Prevention
Stops attacks before they reach your site. A firewall checks every request, bad bots get turned away, and your login page is locked down.
2B+blocked / month
- Firewall blocks common and brand-new hacks
- Filters out bad bots and password guessing
- Two-factor login and one-switch country blocking
The Watch
Detection
Finds malware and weak spots before they hurt you. A deep scan checks every file and database table, on our servers instead of yours.
39,000+vulnerabilities tracked
- Deep scans up to hourly on paid plans, no host load
- Alerts on 39,000+ plugin, theme and core flaws
- A timestamped log of every login, edit and update
The Cure
Remediation
If malware gets in, one click removes it in minutes. A backup is taken first, and your posts, pages and design stay as they were.
1,500+sites cleaned / mo
- Removes malicious code, leaves your content alone
- Backup first, so every cleanup can be undone
- Report shows how they got in and how to fix it
The Network
Intelligence
When MalCare spots a new attack on any one of 400,000+ sites, it starts blocking that attack on every other site, including yours.
400,000+sites · 120 countries
- Blocked on one site means blocked on all, instantly
- Attack data from 120 countries updates it live
- Every patch comes with tests you can run yourself
Eight layers of protection,
all in one plugin
“Last week one vulnerability touched 90 of our sites at once, and the virtual patch was in place before our team had finished reading about it.”
A closer look at what MalCare does. Connect your site once, and everything below runs on its own.
Malware Scanner
MalCare checks every file, database table and scheduled task on your site for malware. It looks for known malware, unexpected changes to files, and suspicious behavior, so it finds infections other scanners miss. When it finds one, it points to the exact file and line, or table and row.
- Catches new malware tooMany scanners only recognise malware they have seen before. MalCare also checks what code actually does, so new malware gets caught.
- 0.2% false positivesMeasured across all scans and published. If MalCare says you’re hacked, you can trust it.
- No slowdown while it scansThe deep scan runs on MalCare’s servers, so your site stays as fast as ever.
Vulnerability Scanner & Patching
Plugins and themes often have security holes. MalCare tracks 39,000+ known vulnerabilities and on paid plans patches them within hours of going public, with no updates needed on your end.
- Can’t be tricked by fake versionsSome attacks fake a plugin’s version number to slip past patches. MalCare’s patches keep working.
- Every patch can be testedEach patch comes with open-source test scripts, so you can check it works yourself.
- Covers flaws that never get fixedAbout a third of known vulnerabilities never get an official fix. MalCare patches them anyway.
Vulnerabilities patched in hours,
not days.
Once a security hole goes public, hackers start trying it right away. An official fix takes around 12 days, and a third never get one. On paid plans, MalCare puts a virtual patch in place within hours.
Instant Cleanup
Many security plugins find malware and then leave the cleanup to you, or to a support queue. MalCare removes it for you in one click, in minutes, with no downtime.
- Removes only the malwareBad code is taken out line by line. Your posts, theme and database stay exactly as they were.
- One click, no tech skillsStart the cleanup from your dashboard. No server logins, no support tickets, and your site stays online throughout.
- Checked after every cleanupMalCare scans the site again to confirm the malware is gone before the job is marked done.
Realtime Firewall
A firewall checks every visitor and request before it reaches your site. MalCare's firewall blocks harmful requests outright instead of just logging them, and learns from attacks across 400,000+ sites to catch new threats that basic firewalls miss.
- Stops attacks before they runCommon hacks like SQL injection and cross-site scripting are blocked before they reach WordPress.
- Learns from 400,000+ sitesAn attack seen on one site is blocked on all the others.
- Blocks brand-new attacksIt judges requests by how they behave, so it catches attacks that aren’t on any list yet.
Login Protection & 2FA
Bots try to guess passwords on WordPress login pages around the clock. MalCare limits failed attempts, adds CAPTCHA checks, and turns on two-factor login, so only the people you allow can get in.
- Stops password guessingRepeated failed logins get blocked. Real users won’t notice.
- Two-factor loginA second check at login for your admin users, with no setup needed.
- Known bots blocked firstBots caught on any of 400,000+ sites don’t get a single guess on yours.
Activity Log & Forensics
A timestamped, searchable record of every login, file change, and plugin update on your site. When something breaks or looks wrong, you can see exactly what changed, when, and by whom.
- Everything is recordedLogins, file edits, plugin changes, and blocked attacks.
- Find anything fastSearch and filter your full history in seconds.
- See when trouble startedIf something goes wrong, find the exact moment it began.
I had been running iThemes, WordFence & Sucuri, but they kept getting hacked. Then I installed MalCare, which quickly found the malware and cleaned up the entire site.
I never thought it could happen to me, but my website was hacked and started redirecting visitors. This WordPress plugin saved the day and helped me restore my website's reputation. I highly recommend it!
Hacked right now? Here’s the way back.
Three steps. You don’t need to be technical, and you don’t wait for a quote. 1,500+ sites were cleaned this way in July 2026.
Step 1
Install the plugin
It works even on a hacked site. Install it and connect it to your MalCare account.
Step 2
Scan the whole site
The deep scan runs on our servers and finds every infection, wherever it’s hidden.
Step 3
Clean with one click
Malware is removed in minutes. Your site and content stay intact.
After cleanup, you'll know
how they got in.
Removing malware is only half the job. If the hole it came through stays open, it comes back. MalCare gives you a report on what it found, how the attacker got in, and the steps to close that gap.
- Cleanup report
- How they got in
- Steps to secure your site
- Google & host recovery
Security that makes your site faster.
Scans run on our servers, not yours
Blocking bad bots lightens your server’s load
No setup or tuning needed
How MalCare compares to other security plugins.
Here's how MalCare stacks up against the plugins you've probably heard of, on the things that matter most when a site gets hacked.
| Capability | MalCare | Wordfence | Sucuri | Patchstack | Solid Security |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| How often it scans | Up to hourly on paid plans | Every 72 hours | Every 12 hours | Continuous (vPatch) | Every 24 hours |
| Time to clean a hack | 1-click, in minutes | Manual / hours | Ticket-based, 4–30 hrs | No cleanup included | Not included |
| Load on your server | None (off-server) | High (local scan) | None (remote) | None (virtual) | Moderate |
| Patches you can test yourself | Yes, open-source tests | Not offered | Not offered | No (closed source) | Not offered |
| Patches that fake versions can’t bypass | Yes | No | No | No | No |
| Unlimited manual security fixes | Yes, on Fortify plan | Paid add-on | Tiered | Not included | Not included |
Your visitors' data stays private. Fully GDPR compliant.
MalCare doesn't add tracking of any kind to your visitors, and if you need your data kept in the EU, we can do that on request.
I was on the beach with my family, when MalCare notified me of a plugin vulnerability across 50 of my sites. With just one click on my smartphone, all sites were fixed within minutes! Their powerful features have given me real peace of mind.
PLPaul LaceyWordPress Expert, Designer, Podcaster & Guinness World Record HolderWhat MalCare users say about it.
Five-star reviews from WordPress.org, written by everyone from agencies running dozens of client sites to shop owners who got hacked.
MalCare is the one security plugin I keep coming back to. … No false alarms. Does what it promises. … 5 stars, no hesitation.
I originally tried it when my host’s security couldn’t identify the source of a repeated compromise and malcare found the offending plugin. Support has been fantastic.
Was hacked for a month, but not sure, except for the 6000 in losses in decreased sales. … site hack found, solved in minutes, and sales resumed immediately.
I am over the moon with my experience with Malcare. … they fixed it immediately and then went on to surprise and delight me by helping me undo the damage.
I’ve had the Pro version since 2018, and never had any issues with bots, malware, viruses … the support is always fast and efficient. … easy to use and unobtrusive within your set-up.
We use Malcare everyday and can’t be without it. … if we can’t fix the issue ourselves, Malcare support steps in and handles it. Can’t get any better than that.
Dealt with a site hack recently. Manually cleaned 400 files myself, then found this service. … The scans have kept me up to date and removed any remaining malware.
The plugin and service behind the plugin is great and offers everything you could want of a security service … Highly recommended for any professional site …
We’ve been using MalCare on our e‑shop Medicann.cz and are very satisfied. … effective at detecting and removing threats, and gives us peace of mind without slowing down the site.
I tried Wordfence and it couldn’t even scan the site let alone find the malware. … THANK YOU for persevering with the fix to get it resolved. Very happy to recommend Malcare!
MalCare is great because they do EVERYTHING for you. I don’t know anything about Website Security. … I just had two sites hacked and MalCare notified me. Then they cleaned them up within 5 minutes.
Malcare is easily one of the best investments I have made. Easy setup. … Malcare cleaned and removed the malware and my clients website was backup within 2 hours …
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In their words. Real teams, real relief.
Rated 5 out of 5
I came looking to fix a redirect hack & the cleanup got rid of it in minutes…then I started tinkering with the dashboard. Never had to worry about hacks again.
Mark TullWebsite EssentialsRated 5 out of 5
MalCare is a lifesaver. It alerted me to a redirect hack on my website and guided me through the process of cleaning it up. I'm so grateful for the peace of mind it provides.
Alex CalinovBrilliant DigitalRated 5 out of 5
I've tried other plugins, but every time I got hacked, I spent hours trying to fix things. MalCare's one-click cleanup was SO easy! It saves me hours whenever a site gets hacked.
Kristina RomeroWP Care Market · FounderRated 5 out of 5
MalCare sends few security notifications, so one day out of curiosity I checked their firewall section. I was pleasantly surprised that hundreds of attacks were being quietly thwarted! I really like this "strong & silent" protection.
Jo WalthamCallia WebRated 5 out of 5
Always one step ahead! Before any clients or customers have a weird experience, I get a vulnerability notification which is easily fixed with one click. Really impressed with their scanner precision!
David McCanWebTNGFrequently asked questions.
No. MalCare copies your site's files to its own servers and scans them there, so your hosting does no extra work and your pages load as fast as before. Scans run automatically: daily or more often on paid plans, and hourly on Fortify. Each scan checks for known malware, changed files, and suspicious behavior, so it also catches malware nobody has catalogued yet.
When MalCare finds malware, it isolates the infected files, removes only the malicious code, and scans again to confirm the site is clean. Your posts, pages and design stay as they were. You start all of it with one click. You don't need server passwords, and you don't wait for someone to answer a ticket.
Yes, on the Fortify plan. If your host has taken the site offline, connect MalCare with your FTP details instead. It scans and cleans the site, then gives you a report to send your host so they can put it back online. Our WebHost Suspension Recovery process walks you through each step.
Free plugins scan on your own server, which slows your site down. They mostly look for malware they already know about, and when they find it, the cleanup is up to you. MalCare scans on its own servers, learns from attacks on 400,000+ sites, removes malware in one click, and includes a firewall, all without slowing your site.
Free: malware scan every 7 days, vulnerability alerts, basic firewall, login protection. Protect: daily scans, advanced firewall with virtual patching, geo-blocking and bot protection. Repair: adds malware cleanup with a post-cleanup report, scans every 12 hours, and an expert response within 24 hours. Fortify: hourly scans, unlimited manual security fixes, an expert response within 6 hours, and webhost suspension recovery.
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