Security

Hide WP Version

Remove WordPress version number from HTML source, RSS feeds, and admin footer to hide information attackers use for targeting specific version vulnerabilities and exploits

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Key Features

Remove WordPress version number from HTML source, RSS feeds, and admin footer to hide information attackers use for targeting specific version vulnerabilities and exploits

  • WordPress version removal from HTML
  • Version removal from feeds
  • Security through obscurity
  • Attack prevention

Real-World Use Cases

Security Through Obscurity

Remove WordPress version from page source to prevent attackers from identifying sites running specific vulnerable versions.

Hide Update Status

Conceal whether site is running outdated WordPress version from public view as part of security hardening checklist.

Reduce Attack Surface

Remove version meta tag that helps automated scanners identify potential targets running known vulnerable versions.

How to Use

Activate the module to remove WordPress version information from your site's HTML and feeds, preventing version-based attacks.

Benefits & Impact

Time Savings

Automates manual tasks and streamlines your workflow

Performance Boost

Enhances site security and protection

Better UX

Provides a better user experience

Easy Maintenance

Simple setup with minimal ongoing maintenance

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