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AWP antivirus
AWP antivirus scans all of your local files to find malware code or file injection.
The facts
- Rating
- 4.2★ from 6
- Active installs
- 30+
- Price
- Free
- Last updated
- 9 Feb 2017
- Added
- Jun 2016
- Requires WP
- 3.2
- Tested up to
- WP 4.7.35
- Downloads
- 5,934
Our analysis
AI-assistedAWP antivirus is a WordPress plugin designed to scan local files for malware code or file injections. It compares the code found in your files against an external database and submits any unknown code for human validation. The plugin allows for both manual and automatic scans, with reports on detected dangerous files.
This plugin is suitable for WordPress site owners who want to enhance their site's security by regularly checking for malware without impacting visitor experience. An API key is required for its functionality.
Best for: WordPress site owners looking for a basic malware scanning solution.
What it does well
- ✓Scans local files for malware code
- ✓Uses an external database for comparison
- ✓Manual and automatic scanning options available
- ✓Reports on dangerous files found
Where it falls short
- •Limited information on premium features
- •Last updated in February 2017
- •Requires an API key for use
Verdict
AWP antivirus provides essential malware scanning capabilities for WordPress sites, but its outdated status and reliance on an API key may limit its appeal.
From the developer
cwsagency's own description of AWP antivirus, lightly tidied.
AWP antivirus scans all of your local files to find malware code or file injection. It uses an external database to compare the potentially dangerous code found in the files. If an unknown piece of code is found, it is submitted to the database for human validation.
Features included in the free version :
- Manual scan from backoffice
- Automatic scan every 6 hours (without disturbing the visitors)
- Report of the number of dangerous files found
Features included in the premium version :
- Automatic cleanning of the code
Available languages
- English
- French
PS: You’ll need an API key to use it.
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