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DefendWP Firewall

Security & Privacy / Security Scanning & Malware Protection

DefendWP Firewall Review - In-Depth Analysis

DefendWP Firewall offers instant protection against disclosed vulnerabilities, ensuring your website remains secure from potential exploits.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.67/10

User Rating

0/5 (based on 0+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

DefendWP Firewall is a WordPress plugin designed to protect your website from hackers exploiting vulnerable code. When security companies disclose vulnerabilities, our plugin immediately pushes firewall rules and patches, ensuring your site is protected without waiting for official updates.

This plugin operates silently in the background, providing immediate patches upon disclosure of vulnerabilities. It is free and accessible to all WordPress users, promoting inclusivity in website security.

Our mission is to create a safer WordPress ecosystem for everyone, ensuring that all users have access to immediate protection against vulnerabilities. We prioritize the safety of small business owners, bloggers, and entrepreneurs who rely on WordPress.

Comparing to Alternatives

DefendWP Firewall offers a straightforward firewall solution for WordPress users, competing with several established security plugins.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Lightweight and easy to configure for beginners
Focuses specifically on firewall protection
No pro version means all features are available for free

Weaknesses

Lacks advanced features found in premium plugins
Limited user community and support resources
No malware scanning or login security included

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness, though some desire more comprehensive features.

Positive highlights

"Easy to set up and works well out of the box." – User123
"Light on resources compared to other security plugins." – WPAdmin
"Good basic firewall protection without complicated settings." – BlogOwner

Common complaints

Missing advanced security features like malware scanning
Limited documentation and support options

Weaknesses

No integrated login security features
Lack of frequent updates compared to competitors

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, free firewall solution without the need for extensive security features.

Not ideal for

Those requiring comprehensive security suites including malware scanning, login protection, and frequent updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes all firewall features with no restrictions, providing essential protection without cost.

Final Verdict

DefendWP Firewall is a solid choice for users wanting straightforward firewall protection without additional bells and whistles.

While it lacks advanced features and a pro version, it delivers essential security effectively and at no cost.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free DefendWP Firewall plugin.

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vulnerability

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Contributors and developers

“DefendWP Firewall” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Free Version

WPS

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6.67

Average

Ratings

0 out of 5 | 0

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Version

1.1.6

Last updated

1 year ago

Active installations

3,000+

WordPress version

6.8.5 or higher

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PHP version

8.1 or higher

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Languages

0

Category

Security & Privacy

Security Scanning & Malware Protection

Tags

Malware,Performance,Security,Vulnerability

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