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Website Hacked? Complete Recovery Guide for Indian Businesses [2026]
January 23, 2026
ScrollUp Productions
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Your website has been hacked. Now what?
If you're seeing strange redirects, malware warnings, defaced pages, or your site is down completely, you're not alone. Over 30,000 websites are hacked daily worldwide, and Indian businesses are increasingly targeted due to weak security measures and outdated platforms.
This comprehensive guide will walk you through exactly what to do when your website is hacked, from immediate damage control to long-term prevention. We've helped dozens of businesses in Delhi NCR recover from hacks, and we're sharing our proven recovery process.
ā ļø Emergency Contact: If you need immediate help recovering your hacked website, contact our emergency support team - Available 24/7 for Delhi NCR businesses.
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Google Security Warnings - "This site may be hacked" or "Deceptive site ahead"
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Site Redirects - Your website automatically redirects to spam/adult sites
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Defaced Homepage - Homepage replaced with hacker messages
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Spam Content - Unknown blog posts about gambling, pharmaceuticals, etc.
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Slow Performance - Sudden dramatic slowdown in loading speed
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Cannot Login - Admin credentials no longer work
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Hosting Suspended - Your hosting provider suspended your account
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Strange Files - Unknown PHP/JS files in your server directories
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Email Issues - Your domain sending spam emails
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Google Search Results - Spammy descriptions appearing in search results
transparencyreport.google.com/safe-browsing/searchTime is critical. Every minute your site is compromised:
For WordPress:
// Add this to wp-config.php
define('WP_MAINTENANCE_MODE', true);
For Shared Hosting:
.maintenance file in root directoryWhy? Prevents more damage and stops Google from indexing malicious content.
Change passwords for:
Password Requirements:
Inform:
Recommended Security Scanners:
For WordPress:
For Other Platforms:
Manual Check: Look for suspicious files in:
/wp-content/uploads/ (PHP files shouldn't be here)/wp-includes/ (recently modified files).htaccess file (malicious redirects)Best Case Scenario: You have a recent clean backup
For Indian Hosting Providers:
Hostinger:
Bluehost India:
GoDaddy India:
ā ļø No Backup? You'll need to manually clean files (see Step 3) or hire professional help.
For WordPress Sites:
Download fresh WordPress files from wordpress.org
Compare your files with fresh install using:
diff commandDelete malicious code commonly found in:
// Example of malicious code pattern
eval(base64_decode('...')); // DELETE THIS
@include(base64_decode('...')); // DELETE THIS
preg_replace with /e modifier // DELETE THIS
wp-config.php (should only have DB credentials & keys).htaccess (remove redirect code)index.php (compare with fresh version)functions.php in theme (remove unknown code)Common Database Injection Points:
-- Check for malicious admin users
SELECT * FROM wp_users WHERE user_login NOT IN ('your_username');
-- Check for rogue posts/pages
SELECT * FROM wp_posts WHERE post_content LIKE '%<script%' OR post_content LIKE '%iframe%';
-- Check user metadata
SELECT * FROM wp_usermeta WHERE meta_key = 'wp_capabilities';
-- Check options table
SELECT * FROM wp_options WHERE option_value LIKE '%eval%' OR option_value LIKE '%base64%';
Delete Suspicious Entries:
-- Delete fake admin user (replace ID)
DELETE FROM wp_users WHERE ID = 'suspicious_id';
DELETE FROM wp_usermeta WHERE user_id = 'suspicious_id';
After cleaning:
Recommended for Indian Websites:
Wordfence Security (Free)
Configuration:
Free SSL Options:
Verify SSL:
.htaccess:# Force HTTPS
RewriteEngine On
RewriteCond %{HTTPS} off
RewriteRule ^(.*)$ https://%{HTTP_HOST}%{REQUEST_URI} [L,R=301]
Add to .htaccess:
# Security Headers
Header always set X-Content-Type-Options "nosniff"
Header always set X-Frame-Options "SAMEORIGIN"
Header always set X-XSS-Protection "1; mode=block"
Header always set Referrer-Policy "strict-origin-when-cross-origin"
Header always set Permissions-Policy "geolocation=(), microphone=(), camera=()"
Add to wp-config.php:
// Disable file editor
define('DISALLOW_FILE_EDIT', true);
Install: Limit Login Attempts Reloaded
Settings:
Install: Two-Factor or Google Authenticator
Recommended for:
// Change database prefix from wp_ to something unique
$table_prefix = 'xyz_random_';
// Change login URL (use plugin: WPS Hide Login)
// Instead of: yoursite.com/wp-admin
// Use: yoursite.com/custom-secure-login
Connect via FTP/SSH and set:
# Folders
find /path/to/wordpress -type d -exec chmod 755 {} \;
# Files
find /path/to/wordpress -type f -exec chmod 644 {} \;
# wp-config.php
chmod 600 wp-config.php
Setup Daily Backups:
Option 1: Hosting Backups
Option 2: WordPress Plugins
Backup Schedule:
Cloudflare (Free Plan):
Benefits:
Step-by-Step Fix:
Clean Your Site (follow steps above)
Submit for Review:
Explain What You Did:
We have:
- Removed all malware/malicious code
- Changed all passwords
- Updated all software
- Implemented security measures
- Verified site is clean via multiple scanners
This is more serious - often means phishing detected.
safebrowsing.google.comGoogle Search Console:
Uptime Monitoring:
File Change Monitoring:
Daily:
Weekly:
Monthly:
Quarterly:
Outdated Software (73% of hacks)
Weak Passwords (18% of hacks)
Nulled Themes/Plugins (5% of hacks)
Shared Hosting Vulnerabilities (3% of hacks)
Brute Force Attacks (1% of hacks)
You Can Handle It If:
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You have recent clean backup
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Comfortable with FTP/database access
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Hack is recent (caught early)
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Simple WordPress site
Hire Professional If:
ā No backup available
ā Ecommerce site (payment data risk)
ā Complex custom code
ā Hack persists after cleanup attempts
ā Google blacklisted your site
ā Customer data may be compromised
What We Offer:
Pricing:
Prevention (Annual Cost):
Recovery Costs:
Invest ā¹1,000/month in security > Pay ā¹50,000+ after getting hacked
Yes, almost all hacked websites can be recovered. The process involves removing malware, closing security holes, and implementing protection measures. Success rate is 99%+ when handled by professionals.
If you act quickly (within 24-48 hours), SEO impact is minimal. However, prolonged hacks can cause serious ranking drops. Google typically restores rankings once the site is clean and reviewed.
Yes, if your site stores customer data (emails, addresses, payment info), hackers can access it. This is why immediate action is critical for ecommerce sites.
Never. Paying doesn't guarantee recovery and encourages more attacks. Professional recovery is always the better option.
Managed WordPress hosting providers like WP Engine, Kinsta, or Cloudways offer better security than shared hosting. For budget options, Hostinger and SiteGround have good security features.
If your website is currently hacked:
If your website is not hacked:
Remember: Every minute counts when dealing with a hacked website. The faster you act, the less damage occurs.
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