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Every Next Wave Host plan is protected by six layers of security, from the firewall that stops attacks at the door to the backups that bring your site back if something goes wrong. It’s all included at no extra cost.
✓ Firewall & malware scanning · ✓ DDoS protection · ✓ Free SSL
6 layers of protection
Included with every plan
Six layers protecting your website
Each layer covers a different kind of risk, so if one threat slips past, the next layer is ready. Here’s how they work together.
01
Firewall
Blocks malicious traffic before it reaches your site.
02
Malware scanning
Finds and quarantines infected files in real time.
03
DDoS mitigation
Absorbs traffic floods so your site stays online.
04
Account isolation
Keeps every account in its own protected space.
05
Automated backups
Restore points you can roll back to when you need them.
06
SSL encryption
Encrypts every connection with free SSL.
Stopping threats at the door
Firewall and malware protection
Layer 01
Advanced firewall protection
An intelligent firewall checks every request in real time and stops malicious traffic before it ever reaches your website.
- Detects and blocks malicious IPs automatically
- Filters suspicious requests and brute-force login attempts
- Shields your site from SQL injection and cross-site scripting (XSS)
- Rules update in real time as new threats appear
- Protects WordPress, online stores, and custom apps
Layer 02
Real-time malware scanning
Real-time scanning watches every file and request as it happens, and stops threats before they spread or damage your data.
- Continuous scanning of files, databases, and core system areas
- Automatic quarantine of suspicious or infected files
- Early detection of malware, trojans, and injected scripts
- Alerts and reports for any unusual activity
- Tuned for WordPress, online stores, and custom apps
LAYER 03
DDoS mitigation that keeps you online
A DDoS attack tries to knock a website offline by flooding it with fake traffic. Our network absorbs and filters that traffic before it reaches your server.
Intelligent traffic filtering
Incoming traffic is checked in real time. Malicious requests are blocked while real visitors get through without delay.
Global network shielding
Protection spread across multiple data centers keeps your site reachable even during high-volume attacks.
Attack detection & alerts
Unusual activity triggers alerts, so you can see attempted attacks and the protection that stopped them.
Layer 04
Secure account and server isolation
Every account and application runs in its own protected space, powered by CloudLinux. Even if another site on the server is targeted, yours stays safe.
- Dedicated resources for each hosting account
- Stops cross-site contamination and privilege escalation
- Protects your data from neighboring accounts on shared servers
- Separate PHP, database, and file system environments
- Extra stability for busy, high-traffic websites
Layer 05
Automated backups and restore points
Whether you’re updating your site, installing plugins, or making big changes, your content can always be recovered.
Daily & weekly backups
Your site is backed up automatically on a steady schedule, so fresh restore points are always ready.
One-click restore points
Roll back to a clean version with one click after an update, a plugin install, or an unexpected problem.
Secure off-server storage
Backups are kept in secure, separate locations, safe from corruption, hardware failure, or server problems.
Tip: turn on the backup tool in your control panel to start using restore points.
Layer 06
SSL certificates and encryption
SSL encryption keeps your visitors’ information private and puts the padlock in their browser, so they trust your site from the first click.
- Free SSL certificates on every hosting plan
- Strong HTTPS encryption for every connection
- Protects login pages, checkout forms, and user accounts
- Prevents data from being intercepted or tampered with
- Google prefers HTTPS sites in search results
Want extra protection?
Running an online store or a business that handles sensitive information? Upgrade to a premium DigiCert certificate, or add SiteLock for daily malware removal.
See premium SSL & security add-ons →Protected on every plan
Pick a plan, get every layer
All six layers come with every Next Wave Host plan. Choose the one that fits your website.
FAQ
Security questions
Common questions about how we keep your website safe. See more on our FAQ page.
Security isn’t an extra. It’s built in.
Firewall, malware scanning, DDoS protection, isolation, backups, and SSL come with every plan. Pick yours and get started.
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