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How can Bluehost Malware Protection help you?
Smart, AI-driven threat protection that continuously monitors your full site and cleans malware automatically.
Automate your safety
Acts automatically before threats take hold and blocks malware instantly.
Avoid blacklists
Regularly monitors your website against Google’s blacklist to detect security warnings early.
Stay informed
Shows detected threats and site health in real time, all from one intuitive dashboard.
Loaded with website security features cybercriminals hate
Fight malware with comprehensive security features
Malware Scan & Clean
Essential malware protection
Included with
Starter Hosting
Starting at $3.99/mo
1VAT not included
1GST not included
- Malware Detection
- Continuous Scanning
- Unlimited Pages Scanned
- Google Blacklist Monitoring
- Proactive Malware Removal
- Automatic Malware Removal
- Security Seal
- Malicious Process Killing
- Live Dashboard and Reports
- 24/7/365 Support
RECOMMENDED
AI Malware Defense
AI-powered threat detection & removal
Included with
Business Hosting & Above
Starting at $6.99/mo
1VAT not included
1GST not included
- Malware Detection
- Continuous Scanning
- Unlimited Pages Scanned
- Google Blacklist Monitoring
- Proactive Malware Removal
- Automatic Malware Removal
- Security Seal
- Malicious Process Killing
- Live Dashboard and Reports
- 24/7/365 Support
- ThreatShield Smart WAF
- AI-Powered Cloud File Scanning
- Injection Attack Remediation
- Brute Force Login Protection
- Database SQL Injection Protection (WordPress)
Bluehost Complete Security
Complete protection with expert cleanup
$5.99/mo
1VAT not included
1GST not included
For 12 month term
Renews at $19.99/mo
- Malware Detection
- Continuous Scanning
- Unlimited Pages Scanned
- Google Blacklist Monitoring
- Proactive Malware Removal
- Automatic Malware Removal
- Security Seal
- Malicious Process Killing
- Live Dashboard and Reports
- 24/7/365 Support
- ThreatShield Smart WAF
- AI-Powered Cloud File Scanning
- Injection Attack Remediation
- Brute Force Login Protection
- Database SQL Injection Protection (WordPress)
- Comprehensive Database Scanning (WordPress)
- Human Expert Comprehensive Website Cleanup (Single WordPress Site)
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I recently upgraded my website PHP to…
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Bluehost helped me through an issue…
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Always easy to work with
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It was awesome and quicSwathi was very quick identifying the issue in one of our website.k as always with…
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EXCELLENT customer service help from…
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Perfect execution pf all tasks
Perfect execution pf all tasks
Lyn has been a great help and such a…
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Customer service rep was patient
Customer service rep was patient and courteous, and helped me to the end. I am a beginner (with all this entails) and she was able to work with my level of comprehension.
Request Handled quickly and without stepping through an upsell.
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SSL Issue
Resolved in one go
Great Customer Service
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I was confused about the payment plans…
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They genuinely do try to assist
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Resolved my issue using chat
Resolved my issue using chat - quick and responsive
I am quite please with how fast a live…
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Jane was very helpful in helping me…
Jane was very helpful in helping me recover a website that I thought was lost.
Got the bottom of my site problem with backup…
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amazing customer service.Absolutely why…
amazing customer service.Absolutely why I'm staying.
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FAQs
What is website security?
Website security is the practice of protecting your site and data from threats such as hackers and malware. It is essential to keep your website safe, reliable and trustworthy while protecting sensitive information. Bluehost offers Malware Protection plans that automate malware scanning and cleanup. With always-on monitoring, proactive defense and smart remediation, Bluehost Malware Protection helps site owners and pros lower risk, save time and strengthen visitor confidence with dependable, visible security.
Why is website security important?
Website security is important for protecting your online presence and ensuring consistent access for visitors. It prevents data theft, downtime and reputational damage. Strong protection against evolving cyber threats keeps valuable website information safe, builds visitor trust and helps maintain consistent website performance.
How does a web application firewall (WAF) secure my website?
A Web Application Firewall (WAF) protects your website by analyzing incoming traffic and blocking harmful requests before they reach your server. It prevents common attacks like SQL injection, cross-site scripting and brute force attempts. WAF also filters out malicious bots, reduces spam and helps maintain site performance and availability.
Do I still need website security if I already have an SSL certificate?
Yes, even with a Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificate in place, website security remains essential. SSL only protects the data shared between your site and visitors. It doesn’t stop hackers or malware from attacking your site. Strong website security safeguards your site from cyber threats, keeps your visitors’ information safe and helps maintain trust and a positive business reputation.
How does the content delivery network (CDN) speed up my site?
A CDN speeds up your site by storing cached versions of your content on servers around the world. Site visitors receive data from the server closest to them, which reduces load times and improves overall performance.
What is Bluehost Malware Protection and how does it keep my website secure?
Bluehost Malware Protection is a continuous website security service that scans, detects and automatically removes malicious code before it can harm your site. It operates in four stages: scanning every file and page around the clock, identifying known and emerging threats, automatically remediating infections and providing ongoing monitoring after cleanup.
What is the security seal?
The security seal is a visual indicator you can display on your website to show it’s actively protected. It helps build visitor confidence, reinforces credibility and signals that your site takes security seriously.
How can I keep my Bluehost account and websites secure?
Bluehost Malware Protection plans deliver smart AI-driven malware detection and removal to safeguard your entire website in real time. Through constant scanning and proactive remediation, these features allow owners to minimize risk and save time. By providing visible and dependable security, Bluehost boosts visitor trust and keeps your digital presence well-protected. This automated defense ensures a safer and more reliable browsing experience for all your visitors.
Does Bluehost Malware Protection automatically fix infections or do I need technical expertise?
Bluehost Malware Protection automatically remediates infections, restoring your site to a clean state without requiring technical expertise on your part. Once a threat is detected, the remediation process removes the malicious code and continues monitoring your site after cleanup to prevent reinfection. This automated approach means even non-technical website owners get enterprise-level malware removal without hiring a developer or manually intervening during an attack.
How can I contact Bluehost about website security?
You can call 888-401-4678 or use the live chat on our website for immediate assistance with questions about our Malware Protection plans. Bluehost provides dedicated support to help keep your website secure.