WEBSITE SECURITY
Hacked Website Recovery and Malware Removal
If your website has been hacked, redirects visitors, shows spam or carries a Google warning, Afai Pixel cleans the malware, removes hidden backdoors and hardens the site so it is safer going forward. Message us on WhatsApp for an initial security scan.
What is hacked website recovery?
Hacked website recovery is the process of finding and removing malicious code, closing the way the attacker got in, restoring clean files and requesting a review from search engines if the site was flagged. Afai Pixel supports businesses in Sri Lanka, Canada, the UK, Europe and Australia, mainly on WordPress websites.
What we do to recover and protect your website
Malware detection and removal
We scan files and the database, identify infected code and remove it without damaging your content.
Backdoor and hidden file cleanup
We look for hidden files, rogue admin users and planted code that lets attackers return.
Warning and blacklist review
Once the site is clean we submit review requests for Google and other warnings. The search engines decide how long it takes.
Firewall and security hardening
Updates, stronger credentials, two-factor login and a web application firewall reduce the chance of a repeat attack.
Backup and restoration
We take a backup before we change anything, and restore clean versions where that is the safest route.
Monitoring and prevention
Optional scans and monitoring so problems are caught early, with advice on keeping the site maintained.
Signs your website may be hacked
- Visitors are redirected to unfamiliar websites or see pop-ups and spam
- Google shows a warning such as This site may be hacked, or browsers warn that the site is not secure
- New pages, unknown admin users or strange files appear that you did not create
- Your host suspended the account, or traffic and server load changed suddenly
OUR PROCESS
How it works
01
Assess
We scan the site, record what is infected and take a safety backup.
02
Clean
We remove malware, backdoors and rogue accounts and repair modified files.
03
Harden
We update software, reset credentials and add firewall and security settings.
04
Verify and monitor
We retest, request review of any warnings and set up monitoring if you want it.
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if my website has been hacked?
Common signs are unexpected redirects, spam pages, unknown admin users, security warnings in Google or the browser, and a host suspension. A security scan confirms whether the site is infected.
Can you remove my website from the Google blacklist?
Once the site is clean, we submit the review request through the correct tools. Google and other providers make the final decision, so we cannot promise a specific timeframe.
How long does recovery take?
It depends on how much of the site is infected and how it was compromised. After the initial scan we explain what is involved and agree a timeline with you.
Will I lose my website content?
We take a backup before making changes and aim to keep your content intact. Where files are badly damaged we restore from the cleanest available copy.
How can I stop my website being hacked again?
Keep software updated, use strong unique passwords and two-factor login, remove unused plugins, run a firewall and keep tested backups. We can set this up and maintain it for you.
Do you work on websites you did not build?
Yes. We regularly review and clean sites built by other developers. Contact us with your website address and a short description of what you see.
Related services
Keep your website updated, backed up, monitored and secure. Afai Pixel maintenance covers updates, content edits, speed checks and priority fixes.
Hosting consultation, plan selection, migration, domain, SSL and backup planning matched to your website and workload.
Technical review, keyword mapping, on-page optimisation and reporting to help the right customers find your business.
Ready to talk about hacked website recovery and malware removal?
Tell us what you need. We serve businesses in Sri Lanka, Canada, the UK, Europe and Australia.