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Spam pages, strange redirects, a Google warning or a host suspension. The infection is removed at the source, hidden backdoors are closed and the site is hardened so it does not happen again.
What the clean-up covers
Removing visible malware is the easy part. Hacked WordPress sites usually come back because a backdoor, rogue admin user or vulnerable plugin was left behind. The clean-up goes through files, database, users and plugins, then closes the hole that let the attacker in.
- Full scan of files and database for malware and injected code
- Removal of backdoors, rogue admin users and spam pages
- Clean reinstall of WordPress core and trusted plugins
- Fixes for malicious redirects and Japanese or pharma SEO spam
- Google Search Console security issue review request
- Blacklist and host suspension help
- Hardening: updates, firewall, strong logins and file permissions
- A short report on what was found and how it got in
Common problems and how they get fixed
These are the issues clients most often bring to this kind of project, and the practical fix for each.
- Google shows a warning or removes your pages. Malware removed, spam URLs cleaned and a review request sent in Search Console.
- Visitors get redirected to spam sites. Injected code removed from files and database, and the entry point closed.
- The hack keeps coming back. Backdoors and rogue users removed, with plugins and logins hardened.
How much does WordPress malware removal cost?
WordPress malware removal costs $149 at a fixed price for a standard site. Heavily infected sites, WooCommerce stores and multisite networks get a fixed quote after a quick look.
Ongoing protection is available through the $99 a month care plan, with updates, backups and monitoring.
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Common questions
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How much does it cost to remove malware from WordPress?
With Abdullah Bin Tahir, WordPress malware removal costs $149 for a standard site. Heavily infected sites and stores get a fixed quote after a quick look.
How do I know if my WordPress site is hacked?
Common signs are spam pages in Google results, redirects to other sites, new admin users you did not create, a Google or browser warning, or a host suspension notice.
How long does malware removal take?
Most standard sites are cleaned within 24 to 48 hours.
Will I lose my content?
No. Content, posts and settings are kept. Infected files are replaced with clean copies.
Will the Google warning go away?
After clean-up a review request is sent through Search Console. Google usually reviews within a few days.
How do I stop it happening again?
Keep WordPress, themes and plugins updated, remove unused plugins, use strong logins with two-factor and keep backups. The care plan covers this.
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