Updated 7 October 2026
A trusted editing device is only one part of website security. Protect the account, the site software and the recovery process too.
Protect access
Use individual accounts, strong unique passwords and multi-factor authentication where supported. Give people the permissions they need, and remove access when their role ends. Keep your device, browser and security software updated.
Maintain the website
Keep the website platform and supported extensions current. Use trusted sources, remove unused components and test important functions after changes. Keep a current backup of the site and database in a separate location and practise restoring it.
Plan for a problem
Know who manages hosting, domains, updates and incident response. Record recovery contacts securely. If you suspect compromise, stop using the affected account or device and contact the responsible support team; deleting a suspicious page alone may not remove the cause.
Make secure access easier to maintain
A password manager can help each person use a strong, unique password. Store recovery codes securely and separately from the device you use to sign in. Open your saved administration address directly rather than following an unexpected email asking you to log in.
Check that recovery actually works
Ask your website support person to test a restore in a separate test environment. Confirm that the backup includes the database, uploads and other files the website needs, and that someone can access it if the main account is unavailable. Keep a record of the test date and who will handle recovery.
Your next move
Review who has editing access and when the last restore test occurred. ITG can help clarify the maintenance responsibilities for your website.
Further reading: WordPress security guidance.
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