Remove WordPress Version Without Plugin to hide your site’s version number and make it harder for attackers to target known vulnerabilities. Here’s how to do it with a simple tweak.
Step 1: Add the WordPress Version Removal Code
Add this to your child theme’s functions.php:
// Remove WordPress version meta tag
remove_action(‘wp_head’, ‘wp_generator’);
How It Works
This action removes the default WordPress generator meta tag that shows your site’s version in the HTML <head>.
Why Remove WordPress Version Without Plugin?
Exposing your WordPress version number makes it easier for attackers to target known exploits. Hiding it is a simple, smart security step.
Common Mistake
This tweak only removes the version from the meta tag. Plugins or RSS feeds may still show it, so always keep your core and plugins updated.
Pro Tip
Add this tweak to your child theme’s functions.php so it stays active after theme updates.
Related Snippet
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