Website Security Audit
A compromised website can destroy your reputation overnight. Whether it’s customer data being exposed, Google flagging your site as dangerous, or your site being taken down entirely by malware — security vulnerabilities are a serious business risk that most website owners don’t discover until it’s too late. Our Website Security Audit gives your site a thorough, expert review followed by actionable fixes — all for a fixed fee of £495.
Why Website Security Matters More Than You Think
Most website owners assume their site is secure because nothing has gone wrong yet. But by the time something does go wrong, the damage is already done. Here’s why acting now matters:
- Google penalises insecure sites. If your site is flagged as unsafe, it can be removed from search results entirely — not just pushed down.
- Hackers target small businesses. Automated bots scan millions of sites every day looking for vulnerabilities. Being small doesn’t mean being invisible.
- A breach can cost far more than prevention. Cleanup, lost business, reputational damage, and potential GDPR fines can run into thousands of pounds.
- Your visitors trust you with their data. If you’re collecting emails, processing payments, or holding customer records, you have a responsibility to keep that information safe.
What’s Included
Full Security Audit
We conduct a comprehensive review of your website’s security posture using industry-standard tools and expert manual checks. We look at known vulnerabilities, outdated software, exposed files, brute-force risks, SSL configuration, and more — assessed in the context of your specific site, not just a generic scan.
Plain-English Report
You’ll receive a clear, prioritised breakdown of every issue we found, what it means in practice, and what we’re going to do about it. No alarm-mongering, no jargon — just honest, useful information.
Hands-On Security Fixes
This is where the real work happens. Depending on what we find, improvements typically include:
- Updating WordPress core, themes, and plugins to their latest secure versions
- Removing or replacing vulnerable, abandoned, or unnecessary plugins
- Hardening your WordPress configuration (login protection, file permissions, XML-RPC, REST API exposure)
- Installing and configuring a reputable security plugin and firewall
- Setting up or correcting SSL/HTTPS configuration
- Reviewing and securing database access and user accounts
- Checking for and removing any existing malware or suspicious code
Further Recommendations
While we’re auditing security, if we come across anything else that could affect your site’s integrity, SEO, or compliance — such as spam link injection or mixed content warnings — we’ll flag it clearly so you can decide what to do next.
Before & After Security Summary
We’ll document the vulnerabilities identified and the fixes applied, so you have a clear record of what was found and what’s been resolved.
How It Works
1. You book and we get started
Once you’ve paid the fixed fee of £495, we’ll get in touch to confirm access details. No lengthy forms, no unnecessary back-and-forth.
2. We audit your site
We run a thorough security audit covering your WordPress installation, plugins, themes, server configuration, and any known vulnerability databases relevant to your setup.
3. We fix the issues
Our team applies the security fixes directly to your site. Where possible, we test changes in a staging environment first before deploying to your live site.
4. We share the results
You’ll receive your plain-English security report along with a summary of everything fixed, so you know exactly where you stand.
Why Choose Glue Studio for Your Security Audit?
Fixed Fee, No Surprises
Real Developers, Real Fixes
We Speak Your Language
WordPress & WooCommerce Specialists
Based in Cardiff, Available UK-Wide
Peace of Mind You Can Measure
Frequently Asked Questions
What kind of websites do you work on?
We work primarily with WordPress and WooCommerce sites. If you’re running a different platform, get in touch and we’ll let you know if we can help.
Will this affect my live website?
We work on a staging environment where possible before deploying changes. We’ll always communicate clearly before touching your live site.
What if my site has already been hacked?
If you suspect an active breach, get in touch directly before booking — we can discuss whether you need an emergency malware removal alongside the audit. Our standard audit is best suited to sites that haven’t yet been compromised.
Do I need to give you access to my hosting?
Yes — to make the actual fixes we’ll need access to your WordPress admin and ideally your hosting control panel. All access details are stored securely and deleted once the work is complete.
Is this a one-off service or ongoing?
This is a one-off fixed-fee service. If you’d like ongoing security monitoring and maintenance after that, we offer maintenance plans — just ask when we’re in touch.
How long does it take?
We typically complete the audit and fixes within 3–5 working days of receiving site access.
What if my site needs more work than expected?
The £495 covers the core security audit and fixes. If we discover deeper issues — such as a serious active infection or development work beyond standard hardening — we’ll tell you upfront and provide a separate quote before proceeding.
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If you’re ready to get your website properly secured, click the button below and we’ll be in touch within 24 hours to get started.