Is Gauntlet Security free?

Yes, Gauntlet Security is free to use. It is available as a free plugin on WordPress.org.

How many websites use Gauntlet Security?

Gauntlet Security has 60 active installations as tracked by WordPress.org.

What are the best Gauntlet Security alternatives?

Popular alternatives to Gauntlet Security include EduHack, Hash Checker. You can compare them side-by-side on our comparison pages.

Does Gauntlet Security work with the latest WordPress?

Gauntlet Security has been tested up to WordPress 4.6.30. It requires WordPress 3.4+ and PHP false+.

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Gauntlet Security

Name: Gauntlet Security
Rating: 5 (8 reviews)
Author: Cornelius Bergen

Performs a detailed security analysis of your WordPress installation. Provides specific instructions on how to make your site more secure.

By Cornelius Bergen·Hacks·Free

5(8 reviews)

·60 active installs·Updated 9 years ago

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As of April 2026, Gauntlet Security is a WordPress Hacks plugin with 60 active installations and a 5/5 rating from 8 reviews. It has been downloaded 8.1K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 3.4+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2014. Last updated 9 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: EduHack.

5/58 reviews

60active installs

8.1K+total downloads

12 yearssince 2014

Overview

Gauntlet Security can find opportunities for improving the security of your site. It checks many aspects of the site’s configuration including file permissions, server software, PHP, database, plugins, themes, and user accounts. The plugin will give each check a pass, warning, or fail and explain in clear language how you can fix the issue.

How you ultimately choose to patch these issues is up to you but whatever method you use, this plugin should always provide an accurate report. It does not make changes to your database or to any of your files and it should be compatible with all other security plugins.

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