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Recommended Site Security Plugins for Multilingual Sites

Site security plugins keep your site free of threats with ongoing security monitoring.

We only recommend plugins that show an ongoing commitment to WPML compatibility. The authors of the plugins featured below work closely with the WPML team on a regular basis to ensure you can build a reliable, multilingual site.

  • All In One WP Security

    By UpdraftPlus · Last tested February 5, 2026

    All in One WP Security makes it easy for WordPress users of all knowledge levels to secure user accounts, login information, your database, your files, and more.

  • Really Simple SSL

    By Really Simple Plugins · Last tested June 20, 2024

    Really Simple SSL automatically detects your settings and configures your website to run over https.

  • Hide My WP Ghost

    By WPPlugins · Last tested August 12, 2026

    The plugin is a security plugin which hides common WordPress paths and lets you set new ones.

  • Wordfence Security

    By Wordfence · Last tested October 1, 2026

    Wordfence approaches your site’s security from multiple angles.

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FeatureAll In One WP SecurityWordfence Security
About

All in One WP Security makes it easy for WordPress users of all ability levels to secure user accounts, login information, your database, your files, and more. It also contains firewall mechanisms, blacklist functionality, and includes a WHOIS lookup to check suspicious IP addresses and domain names.

Wordfence approaches your site’s security from multiple angles. Its features include an endpoint firewall, malware scanner, two-factor authentication, and more. It checks your site and content for known security vulnerabilities and alerts you to any suspicious content.

Pricing modelFreemiumFreemium
Plugin price$0–950$0–99
Date testedFebruary 5, 2026October 1, 2026
Active security scanningYesYes
Login security featuresYesYes
Files and database monitoringYesYes
Blocklist monitoringYesYes
Built-in WHOIS LookupYesYes
Firewall featuresYesYes
Frequently updatedYesYes
Backup and restore your siteYesNo
DetailsMore about All In One WP SecurityMore about Wordfence Security

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