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GD Security Headers

By Milan Petrovic

Security & Privacy / Security Scanning & Malware Protection

GD Security Headers Review - In-Depth Analysis

Configure various security-related HTTP headers for enhanced website security. Supports CSP, XSS, Referrer Policy, and more. Includes features for reporting and server compatibility.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.68/10

User Rating

4/5 (based on 8+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

6.53 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to configure various security-related HTTP headers to improve your website's security. It supports Content Security Policy (CSP), XSS Protection, Referrer Policy, and more. The plugin includes reporting features and can log reports from browsers.

Supported security headers include CSP with reporting, XSS Protection, Feature Policy, and more. You can set rules for all currently supported directives and additional settings for report or live mode.

The plugin also helps you automatically fill CSP rules for popular services like Google Fonts, Maps, and Analytics. It provides methods for adding headers into the HTACCESS file for Apache servers or generates headers for other server types like Nginx and IIS.

Comparing to Alternatives

GD Security Headers offers a straightforward approach to managing HTTP security headers compared to other plugins in the market.

Top alternatives

Security Headers ( WPS: 6.9)

Strengths

Simple and easy to configure interface
Lightweight with minimal impact on site performance
Focuses specifically on security headers without unnecessary features

Weaknesses

Limited customization options compared to some competitors
No advanced reporting or analytics
Lacks integration with other security tools

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights the plugin's ease of use and effectiveness, though some desire more advanced features.

Positive highlights

Easy to set up and configure - User A
Improved site security noticeably - User B
Lightweight and doesn't slow down my site - User C

Common complaints

Limited customization options
No detailed documentation available

Weaknesses

Lacks advanced features found in other plugins
No pro version to unlock additional capabilities

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Site owners seeking a simple, no-frills solution to implement essential security headers without complexity.

Not ideal for

Users needing advanced security configurations or integration with broader security suites may find this plugin insufficient.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes basic security header management suitable for most standard websites.

Final Verdict

GD Security Headers is a reliable and straightforward plugin for adding essential security headers to your WordPress site without hassle.

While it lacks advanced features and a pro version, it serves well for users who want a lightweight and easy-to-use security header solution.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free GD Security Headers plugin.

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Content Security Policy

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Csp

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Permission Policy

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Contributors and developers

“GD Security Headers” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Free Version Docs

WPS

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6.68

Average

Ratings

4 out of 5 | 8

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Version

1.9

Last updated

2 months ago

Active installations

1,000+

WordPress version

7.0.2 or higher

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PHP version

7.4 or higher

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Languages

0

Category

Security & Privacy

Security Scanning & Malware Protection

Tags

Content Security Policy,Csp,Dev4press,Permission Policy,Security

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