EchoFilter vs Sucuri Security – Auditing, Malware Scanner and Security Hardening

EchoFilter protects your WordPress forms from bots and spam using behavioral biometrics — analyzing mouse movement, typing patterns, and timing to distinguish real users from automated submissions. How it works: Install the plugin and enter your EchoFilter API key EchoFilter silently analyzes every visitor’s behavior On form submit, it scores the session (0–100 TrustScore) Bots get blocked. Real users get through instantly. No CAPTCHAs. No friction. No false positives. Compatible with: Contact Form 7 WPForms Gravity Forms Elementor Forms Ninja Forms Any standard HTML form Three protection modes: Block — Bot submissions are rejected with an error message (recommended) Flag — Bot submissions go through but with a hidden _echofilter_bot=1 field Log — Monitor mode: all submissions allowed, bots logged in your dashboard External Services This plugin connects to echofilter.com to analyze form submissions and load the detection SDK. This is the core functionality of the plugin and cannot be disabled while the plugin is active. What is sent: * Behavioral signals: mouse movement patterns, keystroke timing, form fill duration * Whether a paste action was detected * A one-way hash of the visitor’s IP address (raw IP is never stored or transmitted) * User-agent string What is NOT sent: * Form field values or any user-submitted content * Names, emails, or any personally identifiable information from your visitors When data is sent: Data is transmitted only when a visitor submits a form on your site and you have entered a valid API key. External service links: * Service: echofilter.com * Terms of Service: echofilter.com/terms * Privacy Policy: echofilter.com/privacy

At Sucuri, we are dedicated to keeping your website safe and secure. With a focus on protection and monitoring, we offer solutions that help you stay ahead of potential threats for your WordPress site. Our services include everything from malware detection to performance optimization, all designed to give you peace of mind. We understand the importance of your online presence and are here to support you every step of the way. Join us, and let’s work together to ensure your website remains secure and resilient. The Sucuri Security Monitoring Plugin is designed to safeguard your WordPress site with ease and reliability. Our plugin offers a range of essential security features, including: Security Activity Auditing: Keep track of every security-related event within your WordPress environment. File Integrity Monitoring: Detect unauthorized changes to your files and protect your site from potential vulnerabilities. Remote Malware Scanning: Regularly scan your site for malware with our remote scanner to ensure it’s clean and secure. Blocklist Monitoring: Receive alerts if your site is blocklisted by any major services, allowing for quick resolution. Security Hardening: Implement recommended security practices to fortify your site against threats. Post-Hack Security Actions: If the worst happens, our plugin helps you recover your site easily. With Sucuri, you can focus on what matters most—growing your website—while we handle the security. Our feature set provides a clear view of your site’s status, making it easy to manage, monitor and take action. Contributors & Maintenance Notice Our dedicated team of engineers and security analysts is continually working to enhance the Sucuri Security Monitoring Plugin. We provide regular updates, address bugs, and actively incorporate user feedback to ensure your WordPress site maintains its highest security stance. Our growth roadmap underscores our commitment to keeping you protected against emerging threats. To support you further, we offer a variety of resources, including prompt responses for the forum, our website’s various content types, and an extensive knowledge base. Our content is designed to help you maximize your plugin feature usage and benefits with the support you need. If you want to be ahead of possible threats and keep up-to-date with Plugin updates, subscribe to our content here. Introducing the Sucuri Firewall + WordPress Security Plugin We’re excited to introduce the Sucuri Firewall + WordPress Security Plugin, designed for those who seek advanced protection for their WordPress sites. Building upon our trusted free plugin, this premium offering provides a robust suite of features to ensure comprehensive security and peace of mind. Key features include: * Web Application Firewall (WAF): Protect your site from malicious traffic with our powerful firewall solution. * Brute Force Protection: Safeguard your site against unauthorized login attempts. * Brute Force Audit & Reporting: Gain insights into login attempts with detailed auditing and reporting. * DDoS Mitigation: Maintain site availability even during targeted attacks. * Core Vulnerabilities Scanning: Identify and address security weaknesses in WordPress core files. * Plugins Vulnerability Scanning: Ensure your installed plugins are secure and up to date. * Themes Vulnerability Scanning: Protect your site by scanning for vulnerabilities in installed themes. * PHP Vulnerability Scanning: Detect and address potential security issues in your PHP environment. With the Sucuri Firewall + WordPress Security Plugin, you benefit from the expertise and dedication of our team, committed to keeping your digital assets secure. Experience the next level of protection and support, and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your site is in good hands.