What to Do If Your WordPress Site Gets Hacked? 7 Simple Steps to Fix It (2026 Updated)

What to Do If Your WordPress Site Gets Hacked? 

7 Simple Steps to Fix It Suddenly your WordPress website starts acting strange—strange redirects, unwanted pop-ups, or Google warns, “This site may be hacked"? Don't worry. Thousands of WordPress sites get hacked every month, but most of them can be fully recovered if you act fast and correctly. Here are the 7 simple steps to fix a hacked WordPress site: 

Step 1: Stay calm and take a full backup

Before doing anything, create a complete backup of your files and database using UpdraftPlus or Duplicator. This is your safety net. 

Step 2: Put your site in maintenance mode

Temporarily hide your site from visitors while you clean it. Use a “Coming Soon” or Maintenance Mode plugin. 

Step 3: Scan for malware

Run a full scan with trusted plugins: 

• Wordfence Security  
• Sucuri Security  
• MalCare

Step 4: Remove suspicious files and plugins

Delete any unknown files, backdoor scripts, or unfamiliar admin users that the scanner finds. 

Step 5: Change all passwords and security keys. Update all admin passwords.

• Generate new security keys in wp-config.php.
• Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

Step 6: Request Google review your site

Go to Google Search Console and submit a “Request Review” so your site appears in search results again. 

Step 7: Harden your site's security.

Install a strong firewall, update all plugins and themes, and follow best security practices to prevent future attacks. Final Words

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