Performance and reliability are core pillars of what Rapyd is all about. However, we take security just are seriously, and our platform deploys your sites and apps with a number of security features baked-in.

Monarx is a premium security features that is included on all Rapyd plans at no extra cost so you can focus on running your business with the peace of mind that our multiple layers of security provide.

Our Advanced SiteShield addon ($4 / mo) automatically detects when a WordPress plugin has a vulnerability and instantly deploys a virtual patch to safeguard your website even before the plugin developer releases an update. This advanced security layer adds an extra layer of protection for your website and prevents it from being exploited by attackers.

This guide goes over how to access the Security area of your Rapyd dashboard along with overviews of the Monarx malware scanner and the Advanced SiteShield add-on.

1) Log in to your Rapyd accounts and go to the settings are of the site that you want to manage by clicking on it's name.

2) In the left-hand menu, click Settings, then Security.

Rapyd has partnered with Monarx to deliver automatic malware protection and removal for our customers. They said it best - Monarx uses technology that identifies malware based on what it does rather than what it looks like. It achieves this by working directly through the PHP engine on your Rapyd server in order to get a real-time understanding of all website activity, and there is virtually no impact on your server's resources, as scan analysis occurs in the cloud.

In addition to malware scanning, Monarx also provides malware insurance that will remove any detected malware from your site, absolutely free.

Simply put, Rapyd's partnership with Monarx improves your sites security and ensures that you have the upper hand in the constant battle against malware.

Monarx comes automatically installed on all Rapyd websites. This means that there is nothing needed from your end to make use of malware scanning and insurance.

Our dashboard provides detailed breakdowns of the status of your sites. You can learn how to access this information below:

1) Access the security tab of your dashboard.

In the security area for your site, you will see a general overview of what Monarx is doing for your site. If your plan is Startup, Performance, or Enterprise, you will see that your site is protected with malware insurance.

2) To see more details, click Open Monarx.

This will bring you to the Monarx summary dashboard, which displays data about the status of your website, details about malware files, and a handy help area.

This area shows you the protection status of your site. If any malware has been found, it will also show you how many files have been quarantined and/or removed.

The details pane shows the current remediation status of recently discovered malware instances. This area helps paint a detailed picture of detected malware and empowers you to take action.

A help guide designed to cover the key features of the Monarx security dashboard. If you're unsure of anything, this is the place the check!

Advanced SiteShield is a premium security add-on that protects your WordPress website from vulnerabilities. It automatically installs security patches to address any known vulnerabilities in your site's code. Advanced SiteShield is available at $4 / site / month on all Rapyd plans and operates automatically in the background, requiring no action from you.

You can purchase the Advanced SiteShield add-on from within the Rapyd dashboard when adding or editing a plan, and it will be automatically installed on your website.

The Advanced SiteShield dashboard provides a powerful and centralized view of your site’s security. With this tool, you can easily monitor vulnerabilities, view outdated software, and keep track of threats blocked over the last 30 days.

Navigate to the Security tab in your account and select "Open Advanced SiteShield" to access the new dashboard. This opens a detailed security interface that includes a summary at the top, as well as an in-depth table of your site’s software components.

At the top of the Advanced SiteShield dashboard, you’ll find three key summary panels:

These panels provide a quick snapshot of your site’s current security status.

Below the summary panels, the software table displays all your site's components and their security details. Here’s a look at each column:

The Status column includes actionable indicators. For example, if a component is outdated or vulnerable, you will see an option to update it directly from the table. Simply click the three dots next to the component, select Update and the system will handle the update for you.

The Advanced SiteShield dashboard makes it easy to keep your components updated:

With your site protected by Monarx and Advanced SiteShield, you can focus on making sure that your site's users are having the best experience possible! If you have nay questions about security features on the Rapyd dashboard, please reach out to our support team - we're always happy to help.