How to Secure a WordPress Site
- George Apostolov
How to Secure a WordPress Site: step-by-step guide
Hover your mouse cursor over your 'Profile' icon and click 'My Account'.
Go to the left-side panel afterwards and then select 'Security' from the list of options.
Following that, click 'Two-Step Authentication' under the Security List.
Choose your preferred two-step authentication mode and then tap 'Get Started'.
Next, fill out the input fields with the necessary information. After that, click 'Continue'.
Finally, enter the verification code into the provided input field and then click 'Enable' to activate this security measure on your WordPress site. In case necessary, you may also generate backup codes afterwards for additional protection.
Quick answer: To secure your WordPress site, hover over your Profile icon to access My Account, select Security from the left-side panel, and click Two-Step Authentication. Choose your preferred mode, tap Get Started, fill out the input fields, and click Continue. Finally, enter your verification code and click Enable.
About this WordPress tutorial
Protect your WordPress site by enabling two-step authentication. Set up your preferred security mode and activate verification in a few steps. This guide shows how to secure a WordPress Site in 6 steps, starting with "Hover your mouse cursor over your 'Profile' icon and click 'My Account'" and finishing with "Finally, enter the verification code into the provided input field and then click 'Enab...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real WordPress interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to secure a WordPress Site?
6 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your WordPress data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under WordPress. Related guides: How to See Website Traffic on WordPress, How to Set Up a Redirect in Wordpress and How to Set Up Google Search Console WordPress. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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