# HT Security

> HT Security has 100+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 134 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 66/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** HT Security is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.

**Complete Security Suite: Security Headers, CVE Detection, Core Integrity, Login Alerts, Plugin Update Management, Force Cron, and Maintenance Mode.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 1,701
- **Downloads (30 days):** 134 (-33.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 66/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.7.1
- **Last updated:** Aug 10, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.5+, PHP 8.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** WPFastSec (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wpfastsec/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ht-security/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cve](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cve/) | #1 | 5 |
| [headers](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/headers/) | #11 | 41 |
| [maintenance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/maintenance/) | #47 | 263 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,604 |
| [vulnerabilities](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/vulnerabilities/) | #6 | 18 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cve | #7 | 899 |
| headers | >100 | 10,000 |
| maintenance | >100 | 3,178 |
| security | #58 | 10,000 |
| vulnerabilities | #98 | 3,740 |

## Version adoption

- 1.7: 38.1%
- 1.5: 30.9%
- 1.3: 18%
- 1.1: 13%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | [Catcher24 Connector – Vulnerability Scanner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/catcher24-connector/) | <10 | — | Aug 14, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 3 | [CodeMedic SupplyScope](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/codemedic-supplyscope/) | <10 | — | Jul 25, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 4 | [Haq Security CVE Monitor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/haq-security-cve-monitor/) | <10 | — | Sep 11, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 5 | [GuardLMS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/guardlms/) | <10 | — | Aug 30, 2026 | 60/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is HT Security free?
Yes. HT Security is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is HT Security safe to use in 2026?
HT Security is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use HT Security?
HT Security is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,701 times since it launched in April 2025. It was downloaded 134 times in the last 30 days.

### Does HT Security work with WordPress 7.1?
HT Security 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 HT Security need?
HT Security requires PHP 8.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was HT Security last updated?
The latest version, 1.7.1, was released on August 10, 2026 (2 months ago).

### Who makes HT Security?
HT Security is developed and maintained by WPFastSec.

### What are the best alternatives to HT Security?
The most popular alternatives to HT Security are Catcher24 Connector (<10 installs), CodeMedic SupplyScope (<10 installs) and Haq Security CVE Monitor (<10 installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ht-security/ · Generated 2026-10-04 10:04 UTC by PageForge