Overview

Signs of a hacked website can include strange redirects, unknown users, spam pages, unexpected file changes, warnings from browsers, or suspicious email reports. The key is to respond carefully and quickly.

Good First Steps

• Change passwords for the client area, cPanel, email, and WordPress
• Take note of the symptoms and when they started
• Avoid making random changes without a plan
• Review backups and recent updates

Common Entry Points

• Outdated WordPress plugins or themes
• Weak reused passwords
• Compromised admin accounts
• Old unused scripts left in the account

Why Professional Help Matters

A hacked site may involve files, database entries, email, DNS, or outside blacklisting issues. Cleaning only one visible symptom may not fully solve the problem.

If you suspect compromise, use the support desk as soon as possible and review security basics in our resource center.