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How to Enable SiteLock SMART PATCH

You must enable SiteLock SMART PATCH, a feature scan that runs alongside your normal SMART/Database scanner and can patch any vulnerabilities within your files, themes, and plugins, allowing you more time to go in and seamlessly make the needed updates yourself. It is still highly recommended that you make the needed updates to your website when the newer versions are released.

Enable SiteLock SMART PATCH​

  1. Log in to your Bluehost Account Manager.

  2. Click Security on the left-side menu.

  3. Under the Malware Protection tab, locate the SiteLock plan you want to manage, and then click the Manage button next to it. Account Manager - Left Navigation Menu - Security Manage SiteLock

  4. Once logged into your dashboard, click the Site Settings tab. BH SiteLock Site Settings

  5. Click the Scanning Preferences drop-down from the left navigation menu and select SMART Patch. BH SiteLock Site Settings - Smart Patch

  6. We recommend you select Scan automatically but do not patch. BH SiteLock Site Settings - Smart Patch Settings

  7. Click Save Changes.

If you have any additional questions or need further assistance, please contact us at 844-589-5312 and select option 2 for support. Our team of professional security specialists will be more than happy to help you.

Summary​

You may greatly improve the security of your website and expedite the updating process by following these easy steps to enable SiteLock SMART PATCH. You can concentrate on managing your website when your SMART PATCH settings are set up correctly. SiteLock handles automatically fixing vulnerabilities at the same time.