Changing WordPress Database Prefix

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By default, WordPress uses wp_ as the prefix for all tables in your WordPress database. If your WordPress site uses the default database prefix, it will be easier for hackers to guess your table name. Therefore, we recommend changing it. Note: This can break your site if done incorrectly. Only proceed if you are confident in your coding skills.

Password Protect Your WordPress Admin Page and Login
Password protect WordPress admin area
Usually, hackers can request your cashapp database wp-admin folder and login page without any restrictions. This allows them to try their hacking tricks or perform DDoS attacks . You can add additional password protection at the server level, which will effectively block these requests .

Disable indexing and directory browsing
Disable directory browsing
Directory browsing can be used by hackers to find out if you have files with known vulnerabilities so that they can exploit those files to gain access. Directory browsing can also be used by others to view your files, copy images, figure out your directory structure, and other information. Therefore, it is highly recommended to disable directory indexing and browsing. You need to connect to your site using FTP or cPanel file manager. Then, look for the .htaccess file in the root directory of your site. If you don’t see it there, then check out our guide on why you can’t see the .htaccess file in WordPress. Don’t forget to save and upload the .htaccess file back to your site. For more information, check out our article on how to disable directory browsing in WordPress.