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Website Security Services for WordPress, Magento and Web Apps, Ireland

Security Support for Your Website, Store or Web App

A business website needs more than a secure setup on launch day. Software changes, new features and ageing extensions can introduce weaknesses over time. If your website or application handles enquiries, customer accounts or online sales, keeping its security up to date is part of keeping the business running.

Excel Web Design provides website security services for businesses using WordPress, Magento and other web platforms. We review the areas that need attention, make appropriate updates, strengthen security rules and put suitable firewall protection in place. The work depends on how your website is built and where its risks lie. We can help whether you want to improve protection on an existing site or address weaknesses identified after a security problem.

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Security Work That Fits Your Website

A WordPress site, an online store and a custom web application have different components and access points. Each needs a security review that reflects its software, hosting environment and how people use it. Our website security services start with the actual site and the issues you want to address; then we identify the work required to improve its protection.

For some businesses, the priority is overdue software updates. Others need stronger access restrictions or better protection against unwanted traffic. Security measures also need to work alongside the website’s day-to-day functions, so changes should be checked after they are applied.

WordPress Security

WordPress sites depend on the security of their core software, themes and plugins. When those components are outdated, known weaknesses may remain open. We review what is installed, apply relevant updates and address security settings that need attention. We can also tighten access and add appropriate security rules to reduce exposure.

Good WordPress security is an ongoing task. New updates become available, and a change to the site can introduce another component that needs maintaining. If you also need help with general updates and site upkeep, our website management services cover that wider work.

Magento Security

An online store has to protect its website while continuing to serve customers and process orders. Our Magento security work can involve reviewing the installed version and extensions, applying relevant software updates or security patches, and checking settings that affect access to the store.

Changes to an e-commerce site need care. We look at how the store is built and assess what should be updated or adjusted before changes are put in place. The aim is to address security weaknesses while keeping important store functions working as expected.

Web Application Security

Custom web applications can have different security needs from a standard content-managed website. User accounts, administration areas, integrations and the server environment all influence how an application should be protected. We review the relevant parts of the application and its setup, then recommend practical changes based on what we find.

The scope will depend on the system. A review of an existing web app may call for changes to software, access or security rules. We discuss the work needed for your particular application before making changes.

Updates, Access Rules and Firewall Protection

Our website security services bring together several measures that work as a whole. Updating software addresses weaknesses that have already been fixed by its developers. Access rules help limit who can reach sensitive areas or make changes. A firewall adds another layer by filtering unwanted or suspicious requests before they reach the website.

We select and apply these measures according to the website. A rule that protects one site could interfere with a legitimate feature on another. After changes are made, we check that important pages and functions still work. We also explain what has been addressed and which parts of the site will need continued attention.

No single setting can remove every security risk. Keeping the software current and reviewing the setup as the website changes remain important after the initial work is complete.

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I couldn’t recommend David and his team highly enough. They took the time to understand our business, our goals and the type of experience we wanted to create for our customers. Throughout the project, communication was excellent, and any changes we requested were handled quickly and professionally. They also brought plenty of their own ideas to the table, helping us improve both the design and functionality of the website. We are delighted with the finished result. The website looks professional, performs well and gives us a strong platform from which to grow our business. A reliable, knowledgeable and genuinely helpful web developer who is a pleasure to work with. We are definitely looking forward to continue the journey with Excel Web Design!
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The project Excel Web Design Dublin undertaken for us - Duleek Heritage - had a limited time to complete as we needed it completed by a certain date to obtain a grant. Excel Web Design Dublin completed the project well in time to a very high standard and were always very helpful in addressing any problems and queries along the way.
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David is super-helpful & quick to reply with a solution to any problem that's thrown at him. A gentleman & pleasure to deal with!
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At the beginning of 2025, I had decided that our dental practice website had run it's course and was no longer fit for purpose. It was slow, tired and badly in need of a revamp! After some careful research, we decided to contact David and Marie at Excel web design. One of the best business decisions we had made when I think back on it now. After discussing our needs, David and his team got straight to work on building us a brand new website. It took a lot of effort, but boy was it worth it. At every step in the project, David was available to chat to and helped guide us along the process. The team at Excel Web Design really delivered and we are absolutely thrilled with our new website. Many of our patients comment on it too which is always lovely to hear. If you are thinking of a web design project for your business, one good decision you'll make today is to pick up the phone and give David and his team a call. I really couldn't recommend them highly enough ;) Dr. Mark Kelly (Shelbourne Dental Clinic).
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David and the team at Excel Web design are amazing to work with! I wrote a book a few years ago and he did the website for it and it exceeded all expectations, I would happily recommend him and the team to anyone looking to grow their business!
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I’ve dealt with numerous web companies over the years so can honestly say that Excel Web Design are absolutely amazing, they’re up there with the best. Their professionalism and dedication to their customers is what keeps bringing me back.
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Excel Web Design have been fantastic from start to finish with every project we worked on with them. Their customer service is genuinely second to none, hands-on, responsive, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. The level of care and support Excel Web Design provide is rare to find, I would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone looking for professional web design backed by outstanding customer service.
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Skilled, Approachable, Responsive - recommended
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David and his team are knowledgeable and listen to what our requirements are and then execute on those requirements, we will continue to use Excel Web Design to further develop our new online shop
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I use Excel Web Design for lots of years now and they never let me down! They are very professional in designing websites and even on google ranking and so on. Very kind people who cares about what you think and how you like to have things done on your work! They normally make impossibles to possible!! I really love working with them aa they always there and help! I’am 100% recommend them to anyone! I can say it easily that they are the best! Thank you soo much!

Has Your Website Already Been Hacked?

If you are seeing unexpected redirects, unfamiliar content or signs of malicious code, the priority is to deal with the compromise. We have helped clients whose WordPress websites were hacked by removing the malicious script, repairing the website, closing the vulnerability and improving the site’s security. This includes updating software, applying security rules and putting the site behind a firewall where appropriate.

If your WordPress website has already been compromised, ask us about our WordPress malware removal and hacked website repair service. We can discuss the recovery work needed and how to reduce the risk of another breach.

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Supporting Businesses Across Ireland

From the bustling streets of Dublin to the scenic coastlines of Galway, we proudly serve businesses in every corner of Ireland, including the following counties and towns:

Leinster: Dublin, Meath, Wicklow, Kildare, Kilkenny, Louth, Wexford, and more.

Munster: Cork, Limerick, Clare, Kerry, Waterford, and Tipperary.

Connacht: Galway, Mayo, Sligo, Roscommon, and Leitrim.

Northern Ireland: Belfast, Derry, Antrim, Tyrone, Down, and Armagh.

Wherever you’re located, you can count on us to provide professional, reliable, and results-driven web design services tailored to your local market.

Contact us today to discuss your businesses online requirements.

Talk to Us About Your Website’s Security

Tell us what platform you use and what concerns you have. We can discuss which website security services are relevant to your site, whether it needs updated software, stronger security settings or help after a compromise.

Contact Excel Web Design on 01 824 1737 or at info@excelwebdesign.ie to discuss your website, online store or web application.

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