5 Signs Your WordPress Site Is Infected with Malware

WordPress is the most popular content management platform worldwide which also makes it a frequent target for hackers. An infected site can hurt your business or personal brand: loss of visitors, ranking drops in Google, and even hosting suspension.
If you suspect something is wrong, here are the 5 most common signs of malware infection on WordPress sites:

1. Slow page loading
If your site suddenly takes much longer to load without any server or code changes there may be a malicious script consuming resources.

2. Unexplained redirects
When visitors click a page and are sent to unknown sites with ads, gambling or suspicious content, it’s a clear sign of infection.

3. Strange pop-ups or ads
If you see pop-ups you never added, your site has likely been injected with malicious ad code.

4. Unknown new users in the dashboard
Hackers often create hidden admin accounts for persistence. Check your WordPress users list regularly.

5. Warnings from Google or antivirus
If Google flags your site as "dangerous", or visitors see computer antivirus warnings, your site is already identified as infected.

What to do if you notice these signs:
First, isolate your website, take a backup, and proceed with malware cleanup.
Then update everything, review plugins, and harden security to prevent new attacks.

Delays can be costly to your budget, reputation and credibility!

If your site is infected or you suspect an attack, contact me.
I have 25+ years of experience in WordPress security and cleaning infected websites.
I can restore your site promptly and harden it against future attacks.