WordSec AlternativesWeb Application Firewalls and other similar apps like WordSec

Apps similar to WordSec include Jetpack, which has a free version. Other options are Wordfence, Sucuri, MalCare Security Service and NinjaFirewall (WP Edition). Web Application Firewalls like WordSec are a crowded field, with more than 25 alternatives for self-hosting, the web, Android, iPhone and iPad.

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  1. Jetpack icon
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    Delivers comprehensive security with real-time backups, malware and spam protection, brute force defense, performance optimization via free CDN, analytics, AI-powered content tools, ad promotion, and design customization, regularly updated for compatibility.

    59 Jetpack alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
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  2. Wordfence icon
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    Wordfence includes an endpoint firewall and malware scanner that were built from the ground up to protect WordPress. Our Threat Defense Feed arms Wordfence with the newest firewall rules, malware signatures and malicious IP addresses it needs to keep your website safe.

    53 Wordfence alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
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  3. Sucuri icon
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    A web security portfolio offering a combination of on-premise installed security software in conjunction with a cloud hosted web application firewall and CDN.

    77 Sucuri alternatives

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
    • US flagUnited States
    Sucuri screenshot 1
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  4. MalCare Security Service is a WordPress-specific security solution developed from the analysis of over 240,000 websites. It protects against threats like malware and hackers, ensuring constant security and accessibility.

    Cost / License

    • Paid
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Wordpress
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  5. NinjaFirewall (WP Edition) is a true Web Application Firewall. Although it can be installed and configured just like a plugin, it is a stand-alone firewall that sits in front of WordPress.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
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  6. Defender icon
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    Defender adds the best in WordPress security to your website with just a few clicks. Stop brute force attacks, SQL injections, cross-site scripting XSS, and other WordPress vulnerabilities with Defender malware scans, firewall, and two-factor authentication login security.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
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  7. SolidWP  icon
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    SolidWP is a WordPress security solution that offers protection against vulnerabilities and brute force attacks. It includes custom login security, two-factor authentication, passkeys, and Patchstack Integration for virtual patching.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
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  8. WP Ghost is a WordPress hack-prevention plugin that secures and changes default WordPress paths and blocks attacking bots with an 8G firewall before they ever reach your plugins, themes, or core.

    Cost / License

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Wordpress
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  9. No. 1 Plugin for cleaning up hacked websites. Trusted by web-security agencies to eliminate even the most challenging infections. It scans your WordPress files and database for malware, infections, malicious redirects and other vulnerabilities.

    Cost / License

    • Free
    • Open Source

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
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  10. The most advanced and easy-to-use WordPress security plugin. Combines elegant and powerful features to block brute force attacks, facilitate multi-factor user authentication, and block malicious requests to WordPress sites. And much more besides.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Open Source

    Application type

    Platforms

    • Self-Hosted
    • Wordpress
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  11. PhantomGuard is an all-in-one WordPress security plugin and edge protection suite built to replace complex, resource-heavy multi-plugin security stacks.

    Cost / License

    • Freemium
    • Proprietary

    Platforms

    • Online
    • Self-Hosted
    • Software as a Service (SaaS)
    • Wordpress
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