WordPress often gets an unfair reputation when it comes to security.
The truth? When it’s built and maintained properly, it’s one of the most secure and flexible CMS platforms available.
The real problems usually come from how it’s managed day to day, and that’s where things can quickly go wrong.
That’s why WordPress maintenance and security should always go hand in hand.
At PIE, we treat WordPress like a SaaS product
At PIE, we don’t treat WordPress like a side project.
We manage it like a platform, with the same standards you’d expect from any SaaS product.
Every site we build or support runs with:
✅ Regular patching and plugin updates
✅ Controlled user access
✅ Tested backups and restore drills
This proactive approach helps prevent problems before they happen, not fix them afterwards.
Where most WordPress sites go wrong
We’ve been called in to rescue many WordPress sites with maintenance or security issues, and the same problems show up time and again:
🔐 Weak or shared admin passwords – one “master login” might be convenient, but it’s a major risk, especially when staff changes happen.
🧩 Outdated plugins or themes, Old code is a common entry point for attackers. Plugins that haven’t been updated recently can often contain known vulnerabilities.
👥 Everyone set as an Administrator, Without clear user roles, small mistakes can cause big problems.
📧 Poor two-factor authentication (2FA) – often enabled, but rarely done right.
A quick rant about 2FA
We’re big fans of two-factor authentication at PIE, but only when it’s done properly.
2FA should combine two things:
Something you know (like your password)
Something you have (like a phone or hardware key)
That second factor should never be an email sent to the same inbox you used to log in. If an attacker already has your email, they’ve got both factors, which defeats the purpose.
That’s why we use device-based authentication wherever possible, app-generated codes, hardware keys, or push approvals. It’s simple, fast, and actually secure.
This single step alone can greatly improve overall WordPress security.
How we handle WordPress security at PIE
Every project we manage, whether a new build or an ongoing support plan, follows a clear, consistent security process:
🔒 Enforced device-based 2FA for all users
👤 Role-based permissions (admins manage structure, editors manage content)
🔄 Continuous WordPress core and plugin updates, tested before deployment
💾 Regular offsite backups and restore drills
📈 Active uptime and security monitoring
We also audit all plugins during onboarding to remove anything outdated or unnecessary. Leaner sites are faster, safer, and easier to maintain.
Why WordPress maintenance and security matter
Website security isn’t just about avoiding hacks. It’s about protecting uptime, trust, and your team’s time.
When a WordPress site is properly maintained, clients don’t wake up to broken pages, and your team doesn’t spend Fridays fixing failed updates.
Proactive maintenance and security mean fewer surprises, faster sites, and stronger reliability.
In short
Security shouldn’t be bolted on later.
It should be built into your maintenance process from the start.
That’s how we treat every WordPress project at PIE, with the same respect and reliability as any SaaS platform.
PIE Insight
“We treat WordPress like a SaaS product, not a side project, ongoing patching, controlled access, and backup protocols are non-negotiable.”
Want to know how secure your WordPress site really is?
We can run a quick audit and show you how to strengthen your setup, no drama, just clarity.
