Site flagged as “Not secure”
The SSL certificate is missing or failing.
Website security in the US: SSL certificates and hacked site cleanup
If your browser shows “Not secure,” your site redirects to strange pages, or Google warns that your site is dangerous, every visitor who arrives leaves. We install and renew SSL certificates, remove malware from hacked websites, clear Google warnings, and put protections in place so it doesn't happen again. Practical website security for WordPress and other platforms.
Updated:
- Goodbye to “Not secure”
- Site cleaned and verified
- Protection so it doesn't happen again
Your website secure again
900+ projects delivered
Problems we solve
From preventive to urgent.
Hacked website
Redirects, spam, or strange files.
Preventive review
Spot risks before they become problems.
Technical website auditOngoing protection
Monthly updates and monitoring.
Website maintenanceWhat our website security service includes
Clean, fix, and protect.
Certificate
- SSL certificate installation.
- Redirect from http to https.
- Mixed content fixes.
Cleanup
- File and database scan.
- Malicious code removal.
- Google review request.
Protection
- Core, theme, and plugin updates.
- Passwords and access credentials changed.
- Firewall and backups.
How we secure your website
First, we get to know your business and what the website needs to achieve. Then we design, develop, and test it with you before launch, and we leave everything documented and in your name.
-
Step 1: Assessment
We review the current state of your website, server, email, or related accounts.
You: give us the access we need
You get: a findings report -
Step 2: Work plan
We rank tasks by urgency and impact and agree on timelines.
You: confirm the priorities
You get: a plan and timeline -
Step 3: Execution
We apply changes after taking a backup and log every adjustment.
You: approve sensitive changes
You get: changes applied and documented -
Step 4: Follow-up
We make sure everything keeps working and report back to you in plain language.
You: report any issues to us
You get: a closing report
What does your current website need? Find out in a minute
Four questions to find out whether your website needs support, security, speed, hosting, or a redesign.
Your answers0 of 4
We recommend
Website security and SSL
Padlock, cleanup, and protection.
We recommend
Hourly website support
One-off help without long contracts.
Hourly or monthly website support
We recommend
Business email
Email on your domain that actually gets delivered.
Business email with your domain
Most exposed sites
Where security isn't optional.
Online stores
Customer and payment data.
Outdated WordPress sites
Outdated plugins are the most common way in.
Healthcare and professional services
Forms that collect sensitive information.
Clean up the symptom or fix the cause
Deleting an infected file doesn't help if the door is still open.
| Aspect | Surface cleanup | Cleanup with PACOWEB |
|---|---|---|
| Scope | Only what's visible gets deleted. | Files and database reviewed. |
| Cause | It isn't investigated. | It's identified and closed. |
| The warning stays. | A review is requested. | |
| After | It happens again within weeks. | Protections and backups in place. |
Was your website hacked or flagged as not secure? Contact us and we'll check it.
Website security, SSL certificate, and malware removal FAQ
Why does my website say “Not secure”?
Because it doesn't have an SSL certificate, the certificate has expired, or some elements load without https. We install it and fix the mixed content.
How long does it take to clean a hacked site?
It depends on how severe the infection is and how big the site is. Common cases are resolved in a few days, with priority when the site is down.
Does an SSL certificate cost anything?
Free certificates work for most sites; some cases require a paid one. We'll tell you which one you need.
How do I keep my site from getting hacked again?
With updates, strong passwords, few plugins, a firewall, and backups. A maintenance plan covers all of that.
Will I lose my data during the cleanup?
No. We make a backup before we start and clean carefully from there.
What other names is website security and SSL known by?
People also search for it as hacked website, remove virus from my website, install SSL certificate, or site not secure. It's related to responsive design, WordPress, on-page SEO, hosting and domains, page speed, and WhatsApp buttons, which we review with you when your project needs them.
Can’t find your question?
Related services
Services that often complement this web project.
Which of these services do you need?
Hosting and support are related services, but they solve different problems. Choose based on what you need.
- If you need hosting and a domain for your site: Website hosting and domains
- If you need to move your site to another host: Website and hosting migration
- If you need hourly or monthly support: Hourly or monthly website support
- If you need to protect your site and remove malware: Website security, SSL certificates and malware removal (you are here)
Get a quote for your website security
Tell us what's happening with your site and since when.
- 1You contact us through the form or on WhatsApp.
- 2We talk about your business and what you need.
- 3You get the proposal in writing, with scope, timeline, and price.
Request your proposal
We reply during business hours (Bogotá time, UTC-5), usually the same day.
Your request0 of 6 required fields