FAQ – Hacked WordPress Site Fix
– Many clients want quick clarity on fix time, what’s included, and how I secure their site. These FAQs give you the essentials upfront.
Q: How do I know if my WordPress site is hacked?
A: Common signs include unwanted redirects, spam pages in Google search, sudden traffic drops, unknown admin users, or warnings from Google and hosting providers. If you’re unsure, I can perform a quick security check to confirm.
Q: Can malware still exist even if my site looks normal?
A: Yes. Many WordPress infections are hidden and don’t affect the frontend immediately. Hackers often inject backdoors or spam scripts that run silently in the background.
Q: Do you use automated plugins to remove malware?
A: No. I perform manual malware removal, reviewing files, database entries, and server-level issues. Automated plugins often miss fileless malware and hidden backdoors.
Q: Will my website data or content be lost during cleanup?
A: No. I clean infected files while preserving your content, design, and functionality. A full backup is taken before any work begins.
Q: How long does WordPress malware removal take?
A: Most cleanups are completed within 24–48 hours, depending on the severity of the infection and server condition. Emergency cases can be prioritized.
Q: Can you fix Google blacklist or Japanese keyword spam issues?
A: Yes. I remove the root cause of the infection, clean spam pages, and guide you through Google Search Console review requests if your site is blacklisted or affected by SEO spam.
Q: How do you secure my site after malware removal?
A: After cleanup, I harden your WordPress site by closing security gaps, updating vulnerable components, securing login access, removing backdoors, and applying best-practice protections to prevent reinfection.
Q: What if my site gets hacked again?
A: I focus on preventing reinfection, not just cleanup. If the root cause is properly fixed, repeat infections are extremely rare. I can also recommend ongoing security monitoring if needed.
Q: Can you fix broken themes, plugins, or critical WordPress errors?
A: Yes. I troubleshoot and fix WordPress issues such as white screens, critical errors, broken themes or plugins, database connection errors, and update conflicts—without breaking your existing site.
Q: Do you also build or redesign WordPress websites?
A: Yes. I build and redesign WordPress websites using clean code and modern practices, including custom layouts, Gutenberg blocks, and performance-focused development. Security is built into every site from day one.
