Removing malware from a WordPress website is crucial to ensure the security and integrity of your site. Here is a step-by-step guide to help you with the WordPress malware removal process:

1. Identify the Malware:

Use Security Plugins: Install and activate a reputable security plugin like Wordfence or Sucuri. Run a full scan to identify and locate the malware.

2. Backup Your Website:

Before making any changes, ensure you have a recent backup of your website. This ensures you can restore your site if anything goes wrong during the removal process.

3. Isolate the Infected Site:

Put Site in Maintenance Mode: Use a maintenance mode plugin to display a maintenance page to visitors while you work on removing the malware.

4. Remove Malicious Code:

Access File Manager or FTP: Use a file manager in your hosting control panel or an FTP client to access your WordPress files.

Check Core Files: Examine core WordPress files for any suspicious code. Compare them with a clean WordPress installation.

Check Theme and Plugin Files: Inspect theme and plugin files for malicious code. Delete any unfamiliar or suspicious files.

5. Database Cleanup:

Scan the Database: Use the security plugin to scan your WordPress database for malware. Remove any suspicious entries.

Check wp-config.php: Ensure there are no unauthorized changes in the wp-config.php file.

6. Update Everything:

WordPress Core, Themes, and Plugins: Ensure everything is up to date to patch vulnerabilities that may have been exploited.