WP Security Ninja
Website security software
Web security software
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$9.99 per month
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- Media and communications
- Accommodation and food services
- Professional services (engineering, legal, consulting, etc.)
What is WP Security Ninja
WP Security Ninja is a WordPress security plugin that helps site owners assess and harden WordPress installations through security checks and configuration guidance. It targets small to mid-sized WordPress site administrators who want to reduce common misconfigurations and improve baseline security without deploying an external web application firewall. The product focuses on in-dashboard scanning/checklists and remediation actions within WordPress, rather than perimeter network controls or enterprise vulnerability management.
WordPress-native hardening workflow
It operates inside the WordPress admin area and focuses on WordPress-specific checks and configuration changes. This makes it practical for administrators who primarily manage security through the CMS rather than separate security platforms. The approach aligns well with common WordPress security tasks such as permissions, settings review, and basic hygiene.
Actionable security checks
The product centers on a set of security tests that highlight issues and provide remediation guidance. This can help non-specialists prioritize fixes without building a custom checklist. For many small sites, this “audit then remediate” workflow is easier to adopt than broader web security suites.
Lightweight deployment model
As a plugin, it can be installed and removed without DNS changes, reverse proxies, or traffic routing. This reduces setup complexity compared with solutions that require edge configuration or external scanning infrastructure. It fits teams that need quick baseline coverage for a WordPress site portfolio.
Limited perimeter protection
A WordPress plugin does not replace an external WAF/CDN layer that can block attacks before they reach the origin. Protection is largely focused on configuration and in-app measures rather than network-layer mitigation. Organizations needing DDoS absorption, bot management, or edge rules typically require additional tooling.
Not a full vulnerability platform
It is not positioned as a comprehensive dynamic application security testing (DAST) or continuous vulnerability management system. Depth of testing and reporting is generally narrower than dedicated web vulnerability scanners and pentest platforms. Teams with compliance-driven scanning, ticketing workflows, or large app inventories may find it insufficient on its own.
WordPress-only scope
The product is designed for WordPress and does not extend to non-WordPress web applications. If an organization runs multiple frameworks or microservices, it will need separate controls for those assets. This can increase operational overhead in mixed-technology environments.
Plan & Pricing
Monthly plans:
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $9.99 per month | Protects 1 website; Easy-start Wizard, Firewall, 1-Click Fixes, Malware Scanner, Event Logger, Scheduled Scans, Login Protection (brute force, rename login, 2FA), Premium Support. |
| Team | $17.99 per month ($5.99 per site/month) | Protects 3 websites; same features as Starter; good for small teams & agencies. |
| Business | $39.99 per month ($3.99 per site/month) | Protects 10 websites; same features as Starter; suitable for growing businesses. |
| Professional | $54.99 per month ($2.19 per site/month) | Protects 25 websites; includes White label option; for agencies & enterprises. |
Annual plans:
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | $99.99 per year | Protects 1 website; same features as monthly Starter (annual billing). |
| Team | $169.99 per year | Protects 3 websites; same features as monthly Team. |
| Business | $289.99 per year | Protects 10 websites; same features as monthly Business. |
| Professional | $329.99 per year | Protects 25 websites; includes White label; annual billing. |
Notes: The vendor also states availability of larger license counts (3, 5, 10, 25, 50, 100, 200) and offers a 30-day money-back guarantee. The site also shows a free version comparison (Free vs Pro) and offers a time-limited free trial on the site.
