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WordPress Hacked? Get It Cleaned Up Fast

Malware, spam redirects, a Google "Deceptive site" warning, or a mysterious admin user you didn't create — I'll remove the infection, restore access, clear blacklist warnings, and lock the door it came through.

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Malware removed, access restored, blacklist warnings cleared

Signs Your WordPress Site Has Been Hacked

Not sure if this is really a hack? These are the most common warning signs

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"Deceptive Site" Warning

Google Chrome or another browser blocks visitors with a red warning screen before they can even load your site.

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Unexpected Redirects

Visitors (or you) get redirected to spam, ad, or pharmacy sites instead of your actual pages.

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Unknown Admin Users

A new administrator account appears in your Users list that nobody on your team created.

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Sudden Slowdowns or Downtime

The site becomes very slow, shows a white screen, or goes down entirely with no clear cause.

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Traffic or Ranking Drops

Google Search Console shows a sudden ranking or traffic crash, sometimes with a manual action notice.

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Host Suspension Notice

Your hosting provider emails you about malware, spam email abuse, or suspends the account entirely.

Seeing any of these? Message me on WhatsApp — a quick check to confirm the infection is free.

What's Included in a Cleanup

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Root Cause Diagnosis

I identify exactly how the hackers got in — outdated plugin, weak password, or compromised hosting — so it can be closed for good.

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Blacklist & Warning Removal

Review requests submitted to Google Safe Browsing and other blacklist authorities to lift "deceptive site" warnings.

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Full Credential Reset

All admin passwords, database credentials, and secret keys rotated so old access points stop working immediately.

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Clean Reinstall of Core Files

WordPress core, theme, and plugin files replaced with clean copies to remove any tampered code.

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Hardening After Cleanup

Firewall rules, login protection, and file-permission fixes applied so the same vulnerability can't be used twice.

How the Cleanup Works — 5 Steps

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Quick Diagnosis

Send me the site URL (and host access if possible) — I confirm the infection and scope within hours.

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Backup First

A full backup is taken before touching anything, so nothing is ever lost during cleanup.

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Remove & Clean

Malware, backdoors, and injected code removed; core files, themes, and plugins replaced with clean versions.

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Harden & Reset

Passwords and keys rotated, firewall and login protection added, the original entry point closed.

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Blacklist Removal

Review requests submitted to Google and other authorities so browser warnings disappear.

Cleanup Pricing

One-time service — priced by infection scope, not a recurring plan

🌱 Standard Cleanup

Single-site infection — malware removal, core file reset, password rotation.

From $350
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⚡ Full Recovery

Everything in Standard, plus blacklist removal and post-cleanup hardening.

From $500
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🏆 WooCommerce / Complex

Stores or multi-infection sites — deeper cleanup, database checks, payment security review.

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💬 Not sure how bad it is? Send me the URL — a quick check to confirm the infection and scope is free.

Once your site is clean, consider ongoing security hardening so it doesn't happen again.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about hacked WordPress site cleanup

How do I know if my WordPress site is actually hacked?

Common signs include a "Deceptive site ahead" warning, unexpected redirects to spam sites, strange new admin users, a site that stops loading, or your host suspending the account for malware. If unsure, send me the URL and I'll check it.

How fast can you clean up a hacked WordPress site?

Most cleanups finish within 24-48 hours of getting access. Straightforward cases are often resolved same-day.

Will you also remove the Google or browser blacklist warning?

Yes. After malware is fully removed, I submit review requests to Google Safe Browsing and other blacklist authorities so the warning is lifted.

How did my site get hacked in the first place?

Most infections trace back to outdated plugins/themes with known vulnerabilities, weak admin passwords, or a compromised hosting account. Cleanup includes finding that entry point.

Can you guarantee the hack won't come back?

No cleanup can guarantee zero future risk, but closing the entry point, updating everything, and rotating credentials dramatically lowers the chance of reinfection. Ongoing monitoring is available as an add-on.

How much does hacked WordPress site cleanup cost?

Straightforward cleanups start from $350. Complex cases (WooCommerce stores, blacklist removal, repeat infections) are quoted after a quick free diagnostic.

Do you offer emergency same-day service?

Yes, emergency response is available for active hacks, especially WooCommerce stores losing sales. Message me on WhatsApp for the fastest response.

Read the full cost breakdown →  |  Read the step-by-step recovery guide →

Site Hacked? Don't Wait — Every Hour Costs You Traffic and Trust

Send me the URL and I'll confirm the infection and give you a fast, honest quote.

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