Guide
How to customize the WordPress login page – and secure it
Short answer: replace the WordPress logo and colours with your brand, and at the same time limit login attempts, move the login address and – for private sites – require login for every page.
Why change the login page
- Clients, staff or members see your brand instead of WordPress.
- It looks professional on membership, portal and client sites.
- The default /wp-login.php address is attacked by bots every day.
Design
- Your logo and the link to your home page.
- Background colour or image, button colours, rounded or square fields.
- A short welcome text.
Security that matters
| Measure | Stops |
|---|---|
| Limit login attempts | Password guessing by bots |
| Custom login address | Most automated attacks on /wp-login.php |
| Force login | Strangers seeing a private site |
| Strong passwords + two-step login | Stolen or weak passwords |
GITECHY Login
Ready-made templates with live preview, every colour editable, login attempt limits, a custom login URL and force login – in one plugin. Discover GITECHY Login.
Questions
If I change the login address, can I lock myself out?
Note the new address before saving – GITECHY Login shows it clearly. If you ever lose it, switching the plugin off from your hosting panel brings back the normal login page.
Related
Your brand on the login page
GITECHY Login – monthly or yearly license, updates included.