WordPress is gaining increasing popularity, and not without reason. The platform is free, relatively easy to install, user-friendly, primarily due to the use of a WYSIWYG editor and a straightforward media gallery management. Additionally, this system allows multiple users to edit content while maintaining predefined roles and hierarchy. The wealth of plugins and free templates enables customization of the website’s appearance to suit individual needs. The built-in blog functionality allows for easy and quick publication of articles that can be well-positioned and easily integrated with other external services and social media.

Despite the numerous advantages mentioned above, we must not forget about the drawbacks (fortunately, they can be effectively addressed, as outlined below). There are a few, but before implementing this platform, one must be aware of their existence.

The fact that the platform is free is an undeniable advantage but also its greatest weakness. WordPress is created in an open-source convention, making its code widely accessible, and anyone can identify vulnerabilities. A similar issue is faced by Google’s Android system, which is why devices with this system are more frequently targeted by attacks than those with competing systems. Therefore, the popularity and free access to the platform are highly attractive to hackers and criminals. Every WordPress user must be aware that launching a new website is just the first step, and it requires regular maintenance. Vulnerability to attacks can be fairly effectively eliminated through several measures:

So-called hardening of WordPress or WordPress hardening, which involves making modifications to the code to hinder unauthorised access. Ensuring regular updates of the WordPress platform. It is crucial to check for the availability of free packages containing patches and security enhancements. Do not overlook plugins, which are essentially mini-programs with publicly accessible code. Their creators also provide free updates that should be promptly installed. No website is ever 100% immune to attacks. Therefore, even after implementing all the above security measures, it is essential to take a backup, too. In the event of losing control over the website, saved files stored in a secure location allow for a quick recovery of the service.

Voo Voo Voo offers clients not only the creation of websites based on the WordPress CMS (we create custom templates and use ready-made templates) but also prioritises their security. For businesses and individuals with existing WP sites, we offer audits and hardening of the platform, as well as subscription-based website support, including updates to all necessary elements, security checks, and backup protection. In the event of a successful hacker attack, we restore the site within 48 hours of reporting the loss of control, without additional charges.

We have experience in creating extranets that use even external databases for login. Their advantage is providing selected content exclusively for registered and logged-in users. We also optimize WordPress websites for SEO, ensuring they are well-perceived by search engines such as Google or Bing!. After SEO optimization, we also offer positioning services.