How to detect suspicious IP addresses and block them in WordPress

Step 1: Log into WordPress dashboard.

Step 2: Naviagate to Plugins > Add new > Wordfence.

Step 3: Once the plugin is activated click on Tools on the left pane under plugin options.

Step 4: Click Live Traffic tab to see all the IP addresses that are accessing your site.

Step 5: Copy the IP address that looks suspicious and then switch to the WHOIS Lookup tab.

Step 6: Enter the IP and click on Look IP or Domain button.

Step 7: If the IP address is untruested then block the IP address.