# Deep Malware Cleaner

> Deep Malware Cleaner has 50+ active installs and 175 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 59/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Deep Malware Cleaner works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.

**Lightweight deep malware scanner for WordPress — deep scan, core integrity check, backdoor fixer, redirect hack fix, and login protection.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 50+
- **Total downloads:** 852
- **Downloads (30 days):** 175 (-30.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 59/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.6
- **Last updated:** Aug 13, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.2+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Themepaste (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/themepaste/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/deep-malware-cleaner/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [backdoor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/backdoor/) | #2 | 7 |
| [malware](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/malware/) | #28 | 98 |
| [malware scanner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/malware-scanner/) | #21 | 62 |
| [scanner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/scanner/) | #18 | 69 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,604 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| backdoor | #23 | 104 |
| malware | #47 | 421 |
| malware scanner | #47 | 248 |
| scanner | >100 | 1,373 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Cleverhog Malware Scanner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cleverhog-malware-scanner/) | 70+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 17, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 3 | [Malroot Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/malroot-security/) | 20+ | — | Jul 10, 2026 | 58/100 |
| 4 | [Nova Scan Lite – Malware Scanner, Backdoor & File Integrity](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/novascan-lite/) | <10 | — | Aug 22, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 5 | [SMEPlan Security Shield](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smeplan-security-shield/) | <10 | — | Sep 21, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 6 | [Papy3D Security Guard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/papy3d-security-guard/) | <10 | — | Aug 25, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 7 | [Hanu Malware Guard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hanu-malware-guard/) | <10 | 4.5/5 (2) | Sep 22, 2026 | 70/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Deep Malware Cleaner free?
Yes. Deep Malware Cleaner is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Deep Malware Cleaner safe to use in 2026?
Deep Malware Cleaner works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Deep Malware Cleaner?
Deep Malware Cleaner is active on 50+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 852 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 175 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Deep Malware Cleaner work with WordPress 7.1?
Deep Malware Cleaner is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Deep Malware Cleaner need?
Deep Malware Cleaner requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Deep Malware Cleaner last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.6, was released on August 13, 2026 (2 months ago).

### Who makes Deep Malware Cleaner?
Deep Malware Cleaner is developed and maintained by Themepaste.

### What are the best alternatives to Deep Malware Cleaner?
The most popular alternatives to Deep Malware Cleaner are Cleverhog Malware Scanner (70+ installs), Malroot Security (20+ installs) and Nova Scan Lite (<10 installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/deep-malware-cleaner/ · Generated 2026-10-03 09:56 UTC by PageForge