Is Guard Safe?

Guard — Nerq Trust Score 51.8/100 (C- grade). Score based on 2 independent trust signals. Last analyzed: 2026-03-20

Guard is a WordPress plugin with a Nerq Trust Score of 51.8/100 (C-), based on 3 independent data dimensions. Last analyzed: 2026-03-20 Security: 90/100. Popularity: 15/100. Data sourced from WordPress.org metadata, WPScan vulnerability database, active installs, and update history. Last updated: 2026-03-20. Machine-readable data (JSON).

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Safety Guide: Guard

What is Guard?

Guard is a WordPress plugin — Guard protects your wp-admin against bruteforce attacks..

How to Verify Safety

Check WordPress.org for support response time, tested WP version. Cross-reference with WPScan.

You can also check the trust score via API: GET /v1/preflight?target=Guard

Key Safety Concerns for WordPress plugin

When evaluating any WordPress plugin, watch for: known vulnerabilities, PHP compatibility, plugin conflicts.

Measured Signals

Guard has a Nerq Trust Score of 52/100 (C-). This score is a composite of automated measurements of security, maintenance, community, and quality signals.

Key Takeaways

• Guard has a Trust Score of 52/100 (C-).
• The score is a measured composite — it is not a suitability judgment. Evaluate the individual signals against your own requirements.
• Query the current measured values via the Nerq API.

Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated measurements based on publicly available signals. They are not endorsements, verdicts, or guarantees of suitability. Always evaluate the signals against your own requirements.