Viruses, spam, & malware,
be gone.
Website security, on us!
Your website is basically a 24/7 open sign and malware loves to window-shop. HostGator Malware Protection keeps a constant lookout with intelligent, real-time monitoring that can spot both known threats and sneaky “never-seen-before” malware behavior.
Old-school scanners check in once and call it a day. Our proactive security monitoring service stays on patrol, reducing risk, saving you time and giving visitors confidence.
Malware detection and removal
Your site’s self-cleaning mode: Spots malware early, removes it automatically and keeps stability intact.
Google blacklist monitoring
Don’t get blacklisted. Regular checks against Google’s blacklist help you catch warnings and fix issues.
Security seal
A little badge that does a lot. Display it on your site to show visitors you’re protected.
Malicious process killing
When harmful processes try to hog resources, the off-switch hits. Your performance stays smooth.
Live dashboard & reports
No more guessing games. See threats, scan results, and site health in one simple dashboard.
ThreatShield Smart WAF
Your site’s built-in bodyguard, blocking sketchy behavior in real time. Your resources stay safe!
AI-powered cloud file scanning
The scanner that looks and learns. It watches traffic patterns, gets smarter, and shuts down exploits.
Injection attack remediation
Fast detection meets automatic cleanup, so injected scripts don’t get a chance to cause damage.
Comprehensive site cleanup
If things get messy, you don’t have to play detective. Experts clean, restore and secure your WordPress site.
Fight malware with comprehensive
security features
Malware Scan & Clean
Now XX% off!
Included with Hatchling Hosting
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Pricing Reflects A Discount On The First Invoice Only
HostGator often offers promotions, coupons and special offers to customers during their initial term. Please note that special offers are limited-time promotional prices that are available to new customers and are valid for the Initial Term only, and not for successive or renewal periods. Promotional rates apply to GATOR, Shared, Cloud, VPS, Dedicated, WordPress and Reseller hosting plans and will automatically renew after initial term at regular rate found in your control panel. Note: If you register a free domain through us and wish to cancel your account, there is a fee to retain your domain.
VAT (Value Added Tax) is not included in our advertised price and will be charged separately and itemized on invoices and billing information. Standard VAT rates based on EU Member State regulations may apply. For more information on VAT, please refer to the Value Added Tax (VAT) knowledgebase article.
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Malware Detection
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Continuous Scanning
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Unlimited Pages Scanned
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Google Blacklist Monitoring
Money-Back Guarantee
Customer Satisfaction is HostGator's #1 Priority!
If you’re not satisfied with HostGator, we'll give you your money back. No questions asked. During the first 30 calendar days, we'll refund your hosting fees in full.
Please note: The Money-Back Guarantee does not apply to Renewals, Services with a monthly term, domain registration fees, setup fees, or any fees for additional Services such as add ons.
HostGator does not offer refunds for cancellations that occur after 30 calendar days.
What happens to your domain?
If you register a domain through HostGator, please note there is a non-refundable USD $15.00 domain fee. You'll be free to transfer it or simply point it elsewhere. Newly registered domains cannot be transferred to another registrar during the first 60 days of the registration period. Unless you renew your domain, you retain ownership of it until the end of its registration period.
Our support staff is available 24/7 to assist you via telephone or Live Chat with any hosting-related questions.
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Proactive Malware Removal
Free Domain Registration
In order to qualify for (1) one free domain name registration, you must sign up for a 12, 24 or 36 month HostGator Shared, WordPress or Cloud hosting plan. Offer only applies to domains available at the time of hosting signup, and on their initial purchase term. This offer is NOT available under any other hosting plans, nor can it be combined with any other offers. After the first year, your domain will renew at the regular rate.
If your hosting plan includes a free domain and you cancel your hosting within the first year, a non-refundable $17.99 USD domain fee (+ any applicable taxes) for the domain name will apply. Please note that newly registered domains cannot be transferred to another registrar during the first 60 days of the registration period.
Discount will be automatically applied to your cart at checkout.
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Automatic Malware Removal
Free Site Migration Tool
Migrate your WordPress websites to HostGator using our free, easy to use tool.
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Security Seal
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Malicious Process Killing
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Live Dashboard and Reports
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24/7/365 Support
AI Malware Defense
Now XX% off!
Included with Baby Hosting & Above
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Pricing Reflects A Discount On The First Invoice Only
HostGator often offers promotions, coupons and special offers to customers during their initial term. Please note that special offers are limited-time promotional prices that are available to new customers and are valid for the Initial Term only, and not for successive or renewal periods. Promotional rates apply to GATOR, Shared, Cloud, VPS, Dedicated, WordPress and Reseller hosting plans and will automatically renew after initial term at regular rate found in your control panel. Note: If you register a free domain through us and wish to cancel your account, there is a fee to retain your domain.
VAT (Value Added Tax) is not included in our advertised price and will be charged separately and itemized on invoices and billing information. Standard VAT rates based on EU Member State regulations may apply. For more information on VAT, please refer to the Value Added Tax (VAT) knowledgebase article.
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Malware Detection
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Continuous Scanning
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Unlimited Pages Scanned
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Google Blacklist Monitoring
Money-Back Guarantee
Customer Satisfaction is HostGator's #1 Priority!
If you’re not satisfied with HostGator, we'll give you your money back. No questions asked. During the first 30 calendar days, we'll refund your hosting fees in full.
Please note: The Money-Back Guarantee does not apply to Renewals, Services with a monthly term, domain registration fees, setup fees, or any fees for additional Services such as add ons.
HostGator does not offer refunds for cancellations that occur after 30 calendar days.
What happens to your domain?
If you register a domain through HostGator, please note there is a non-refundable USD $15.00 domain fee. You'll be free to transfer it or simply point it elsewhere. Newly registered domains cannot be transferred to another registrar during the first 60 days of the registration period. Unless you renew your domain, you retain ownership of it until the end of its registration period.
Our support staff is available 24/7 to assist you via telephone or Live Chat with any hosting-related questions.
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Proactive Malware Removal
Free Domain Registration
In order to qualify for (1) one free domain name registration, you must sign up for a 12, 24 or 36 month HostGator Shared, WordPress or Cloud hosting plan. Offer only applies to domains available at the time of hosting signup, and on their initial purchase term. This offer is NOT available under any other hosting plans, nor can it be combined with any other offers. After the first year, your domain will renew at the regular rate.
If your hosting plan includes a free domain and you cancel your hosting within the first year, a non-refundable $17.99 USD domain fee (+ any applicable taxes) for the domain name will apply. Please note that newly registered domains cannot be transferred to another registrar during the first 60 days of the registration period.
Discount will be automatically applied to your cart at checkout.
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Automatic Malware Removal
Free Site Migration Tool
Migrate your WordPress websites to HostGator using our free, easy to use tool.
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Security Seal
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Malicious Process Killing
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Live Dashboard and Reports
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24/7/365 Support
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ThreatShield Smart WAF
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AI-Powered Cloud File Scanning
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Injection Attack Remediation
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Brute Force Login Protection
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Database SQL Injection Protection (WordPress)
HostGator Complete Security
Now XX% off!
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Pricing Reflects A Discount On The First Invoice Only
HostGator often offers promotions, coupons and special offers to customers during their initial term. Please note that special offers are limited-time promotional prices that are available to new customers and are valid for the Initial Term only, and not for successive or renewal periods. Promotional rates apply to GATOR, Shared, Cloud, VPS, Dedicated, WordPress and Reseller hosting plans and will automatically renew after initial term at regular rate found in your control panel. Note: If you register a free domain through us and wish to cancel your account, there is a fee to retain your domain.
VAT (Value Added Tax) is not included in our advertised price and will be charged separately and itemized on invoices and billing information. Standard VAT rates based on EU Member State regulations may apply. For more information on VAT, please refer to the Value Added Tax (VAT) knowledgebase article.
For 12 month term
Renews at $XX
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Malware Detection
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Continuous Scanning
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Unlimited Pages Scanned
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Google Blacklist Monitoring
Money-Back Guarantee
Customer Satisfaction is HostGator's #1 Priority!
If you’re not satisfied with HostGator, we'll give you your money back. No questions asked. During the first 30 calendar days, we'll refund your hosting fees in full.
Please note: The Money-Back Guarantee does not apply to Renewals, Services with a monthly term, domain registration fees, setup fees, or any fees for additional Services such as add ons.
HostGator does not offer refunds for cancellations that occur after 30 calendar days.
What happens to your domain?
If you register a domain through HostGator, please note there is a non-refundable USD $15.00 domain fee. You'll be free to transfer it or simply point it elsewhere. Newly registered domains cannot be transferred to another registrar during the first 60 days of the registration period. Unless you renew your domain, you retain ownership of it until the end of its registration period.
Our support staff is available 24/7 to assist you via telephone or Live Chat with any hosting-related questions.
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Proactive Malware Removal
Free Domain Registration
In order to qualify for (1) one free domain name registration, you must sign up for a 12, 24 or 36 month HostGator Shared, WordPress or Cloud hosting plan. Offer only applies to domains available at the time of hosting signup, and on their initial purchase term. This offer is NOT available under any other hosting plans, nor can it be combined with any other offers. After the first year, your domain will renew at the regular rate.
If your hosting plan includes a free domain and you cancel your hosting within the first year, a non-refundable $17.99 USD domain fee (+ any applicable taxes) for the domain name will apply. Please note that newly registered domains cannot be transferred to another registrar during the first 60 days of the registration period.
Discount will be automatically applied to your cart at checkout.
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Automatic Malware Removal
Free Site Migration Tool
Migrate your WordPress websites to HostGator using our free, easy to use tool.
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Security Seal
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Malicious Process Killing
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Live Dashboard and Reports
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24/7/365 Support
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ThreatShield Smart WAF
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AI-Powered Cloud File Scanning
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Injection Attack Remediation
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Brute Force Login Protection
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Database SQL Injection Protection (WordPress)
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Comprehensive Database Scanning (WordPress)
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Human Expert Comprehensive Website Cleanup (WordPress)
24/7/365 support.
We work when you work.
Got questions?
Well, we've got answers.
What are the most common ways malware gets into websites and how can I reduce the risk?
Common entry points include outdated plugins/themes, stolen passwords, insecure admin accounts, vulnerable forms or infected file uploads. Reduce risk by keeping everything updated, using strong passwords + 2FA where possible, limiting admin access and running continuous malware monitoring and cleanup.
How can malware affect my SEO and search visibility?
Malware can trigger browser warnings, spammy redirects and injected links, signals that can lead to ranking drops or pages being removed from search results. Even after cleanup, recovery can take time, so early detection and fast remediation help limit SEO damage.
Can malware/vulnerabilities hide in places I don’t normally check?
Yes. Attackers often hide code in plugin/theme files, less-visited folders, scheduled tasks, or obfuscated scripts so the site appears normal while the infection persists.
What’s the difference between malware scanning and threat detection?
Scanning looks for malicious code that’s already present. Threat detection also watches for suspicious behavior and changes, helping catch new or evolving attacks earlier. HostGator Malware Protection combines ongoing scanning with detection for suspicious activity to catch issues sooner.
What is HostGator Malware Protection and how does it help secure my website?
HostGator Malware Protection is an always-on security service that helps keep your website safe from malware and harmful code. It continuously scans your site, detects suspicious activity (including newer threat behaviors) and automatically removes infections, then keeps monitoring afterward to help reduce the risk of reinfection.
What makes HostGator Malware Protection more modern than traditional malware scanners?
Traditional scanners often focus on known signatures and occasional scans. Modern protection adds continuous monitoring and behavioral detection, so it can respond to evolving threats without you having to run manual checks.
If manual cleanup is ever needed, how does HostGator speed up resolution and recovery?
We help by quickly identifying where the infection lives and what needs attention, so recovery is more targeted and faster. This reduces guesswork and simplifies the steps needed to restore a clean site.
Can HostGator Malware Protection help prevent repeat infections after a cleanup?
Yes. After cleanup, continuous monitoring continues to watch for suspicious activity and newly injected code. That ongoing protection helps catch reinfection attempts early, especially if the original entry point was a vulnerable plugin, weak password or outdated theme.
If my site is already compromised, how quickly can HostGator Malware Protection start remediation?
Once it’s enabled, we can begin scanning and move into remediation as soon as threats are detected. The biggest advantage is that you don’t need to wait to “notice” the issue, continuous monitoring helps identify and address problems faster than manual checks.
Does HostGator Malware Protection cover my whole website or only specific files/pages?
The goal is whole-site coverage, monitoring across website files and pages so threats don’t hide in less-visited folders. Full coverage matters because malware can be injected into themes, plugins, uploads, database-connected files or hidden scripts.
Can I show visitors that my site is protected?
Yes. HostGator Malware Protection displays a security seal on your site to signal active protection and boost visitor confidence.
What else should I do to keep my HostGator site secure?
Use HostGator Malware Protection for always-on scanning and intelligent remediation and back it up with strong passwords, 2FA (where available), frequent WordPress/plugin updates and limited admin access.