Website Security Essential
Detect and remove malware.
Malware scan and removal.
- Protect one site
- 12-hour response time
- Unlimited malware removal
- Blacklist monitoring & removal*
*Google will blacklist sites that could be considered dangerous to visitors, which makes it nearly impossible for people to find you. We identify and resolve any blacklisting issues, so there’s no interruption to your business.
Buying Website Security Essential through GoPapa
Website Security Essential is a GoDaddy security or backup add-on sold through GoPapa. Malware scanning, WAF, or backup retention follow that SKU — it is not a custom firewall on this WordPress site.
Who this plan is for
Sites already on GoDaddy hosting (or a host that can use GoDaddy’s security agent) that want a named backup/security product instead of a random plugin.
Website Security Essential FAQ
Does this replace SSL?
No. Security suites and SSL certificates are different SKUs. You usually want HTTPS first.
Will it work on non-GoDaddy hosting?
Some agents are host-specific. Confirm the live product page in the portal before you buy for an outside server.
Who gets the alerts?
The GoDaddy account that owns the product. Checkout through our reseller link so that account is yours.
Ask about Website Security Essential
We reply from GoPapa. Product checkout stays on GoDaddy (partner ID 500766).