MalCare WordPress Security — WordPress Security Plugin
MalCare WordPress Security Plugin – Malware Scanner, Cleaner, Security Firewall
by malcare · WordPress.org page · Website
MalCare WordPress Security has 200,000+ active installs on WordPress.org and 18,677,939 downloads all time. We have tracked it since September 4, 2026; download trends appear after 30 days of data. The last update was on August 28, 2026, tested up to WordPress 7.1.
MalCare WordPress Security at a glance
Is MalCare WordPress Security well maintained?
Features
The feature list from the plugin's own readme on WordPress.org, trimmed to the essentials.
- Cloud Based Malware Scanner
- Instant Malware Removal
- Intelligent Malware Protection
- Website Hardening
- Complete Website Management
MalCare WordPress Security reviews and ratings
548 reviews on WordPress.org, with the most recent ones as their authors posted them.
548 reviews
- 5★
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It couldn't have been easier....
My WP site got hacked and although I understand the backend of my website, I was unable to remove the malware myself. Thats where Malcare stepped in and with one click, they got to work and removed the problem and blocked them out. It couldnt have been easier!
ellegphoto -
They waste your time, collect your data, then hit you with a Paywall
Created an account, scanned filed, discovered malware, then directed to a $200 paywall. It wouldnt even let me view the files without paying. Complete trash.
august579 -
A++ Service from Bharath
Bharath has been an absolute star in getting my website back online.. Vert helpful, responsive, and explained in a non-technical format for me to understand what I needed to do as well. Really appreciated his assistance and a credit to the Team.
the2016mightyfoxes -
Very Concerned
The Malcare specialist followed up with me frequently regarding my issue. They communicated well with me and were genuinely concerned about my issue.
Ashley Davis -
Timely email about plugin vulnerability
I have had this free plugin installed for many years. Today I received an email notifying me of a serious vulnerability in a plugin that I use. On checking, this was quite correct so I was able to download the updated plugin and avoid any problems. I was impressed. This is precisely the behavior you want from a security plugin.
ngreeves -
Wonderful plugin! Warns me of problems even though I am using it for free.
Wonderful plugin! Warns me of problems even though I am using it for free.
adairk
Where MalCare WordPress Security ranks on WordPress.org
The rankings we track that MalCare WordPress Security appears in, and how its position changed over 30 days.
| Ranking | WordPress.org placement | Position | 30 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Security Plugins | #20 by tag, #12 in search | #10 | – |
| Best White Label Plugins | #40 in search, not tagged | #67 | – |
| Best CAPTCHA Plugins | #57 in search, not tagged | #91 | – |
MalCare WordPress Security alternatives
Plugins that solve the same problem, ranked by how closely they overlap with MalCare WordPress Security.
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Really Simple Security 3 million+ installs · 4.9 -
Security Optimizer 1 million+ installs · 4.5 -
Wordfence Security 5 million+ installs · 4.7 -
Sucuri Security 600,000+ installs · 4.2 -
Security and Firewall 1 million+ installs · 4.7
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Details
Get Bulletproof Security for your WordPress site. WordPress security plugin packed with comprehensive Firewall, malware scanner, cleaner & more.
The full description, screenshots and every review live on the WordPress.org page.
Tags
- firewall
- malware removal
- malware scanner
- vulnerabilities
- wordpress security
- Version
- 6.72
- Last updated
- Aug 28, 2026
- First published
- Jan 30, 2018
- Requires WordPress
- 4.0
- Tested up to
- 7.1
- Requires PHP
- 7.0
- Pricing
- Free on WordPress.org
MalCare WordPress Security FAQ
What does MalCare WordPress Security do?
According to its WordPress.org readme, MalCare WordPress Security offers Cloud Based Malware Scanner, Instant Malware Removal, Intelligent Malware Protection, Website Hardening and Complete Website Management.
How many active installs does MalCare WordPress Security have?
WordPress.org reports 200,000+ active installs for MalCare WordPress Security as of September 7, 2026.
Is MalCare WordPress Security still maintained?
Yes. The last release was on August 28, 2026 and it is tested up to WordPress 7.1.
Does MalCare WordPress Security have good support?
On the WordPress.org forum, 1 of 1 recent support threads for MalCare WordPress Security are marked resolved. That is the developer's free support; a paid version usually comes with its own channel.
Is MalCare WordPress Security free?
MalCare WordPress Security is free to install from WordPress.org. Many plugins also sell a paid version or add-ons.
Where does MalCare WordPress Security rank among Security Plugins?
MalCare WordPress Security is #10 in the WordPress.org "security" ranking as of today.