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I’m looking for someone who can step in and take full control of my HostGator account because I simply don’t have the time right now. The priority is to tackle hosting and server-level issues that have snowballed into serious security problems. Here’s what’s happening: • My sites are showing clear signs of unauthorized access, malicious code injections, and even spam/phishing links. The control panel of sites and domains need to be combed over and all issues addressed. • I need a professional to liaise directly with HostGator support on my behalf, keep the ticket thread moving, and follow through until every flagged file or compromised setting is cleaned up. • Once the malware is gone, I want the environment locked down—firewall rules, updated plugins, hardened .htaccess, strong passwords, and any additional best-practice hardening you recommend. I am also under email attacks in the same website and need help rescuing the emails and securing filters in place . Acceptance criteria • Clean scans (e.g., Imunify, Sucuri, or comparable tool) confirming zero infections. • Websites load normally without redirects, pop-ups, or blacklists. • A short report summarizing what was removed, what was changed with HostGator, and the security measures put in place. You can work directly in cPanel, SSH, or whichever route you prefer, as long as the result is a stable, secure set of sites. Let me know your estimated timeframe; I’m ready to hand over credentials as soon as we agree.
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Hi there, I can take full control of your HostGator account and clean up the malware and email issues. I'll comb through cPanel, remove malicious code injections, block phishing redirects, and secure the email filters. After cleanup, I'll harden everything with firewall rules, .htaccess lockdowns, and strong passwords. I'll also handle HostGator support directly and keep you updated. I've done this kind of rescue many times before. I'm Edward, been doing server security and web hosting work since 2014. Happy to chat more about your specific sites and timeline.
$15 USD in 7 days
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31 freelancers are bidding on average $21 USD/hour for this job

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As a seasoned professional with extensive experience in Linux, Technical Support, Web Hosting, Web Security and Website Management, I bring a comprehensive and hands-on skillset to tackle your HostGator issues head-on. For years, I've been traversing the intricate webs of this profession (pun intended), leaving behind stable and secure sites in my wake. Given the grave security predicaments you're experiencing, our connection couldn't have come at a better time. My proficiency in identifying unauthorized access, cleaning malwares and creating hardened environments will be exceptionally beneficial in rescuing your websites from their present state. Moreover, my strong rapport with various hosting providers like HostGator ensures fluent communication with support teams which is crucial to achieving a swift and resolute resolution. Finally, I'll leave no stone unturned in implementing necessary security measures- updated plugins, firewall rules, strengthened passwords- everything that will buttress your system from potential breaches. You deserve to have peace of mind; it's time for you to entrust your worries with me. I pledge to not just clean up the mess but also keep you posted throughout the process via a concise yet comprehensive report. Together, let's restore stability and security to your HostGator account.
$25 USD in 10 days
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Hello, I specialize in Malware Removal, Virus Removal, Website Hack Recovery, and Security Hardening, with experience cleaning and securing 100+ compromised WordPress, Joomla, and custom PHP websites. I have successfully removed malware, phishing pages, spam injections, backdoors, and server-level infections with a proven track record of full recoveries. I can take complete ownership of your HostGator account and work directly with HostGator support to investigate, track, and resolve all security-related issues until the environment is fully clean and stable. This includes identifying malicious code injections, spam/phishing links, compromised files, vulnerable plugins, and unauthorized access points across all hosted websites. Once the cleanup is complete, I’ll harden the entire hosting environment by implementing firewall protection, security rules, strong authentication, plugin and CMS updates, file permission audits, .htaccess hardening, malware monitoring, and server-level security best practices. I can also help secure your email accounts, investigate email abuse, recover affected mailboxes where possible, and implement filtering and protection measures to prevent future attacks. I can start immediately and ensure your websites and hosting environment are fully cleaned, secured, and stable for the long term.
$15 USD in 40 days
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Good afternoon! I'll take full control of your HostGator cPanel environment, remove all malicious code injections and phishing links via Imunify and Sucuri scans, liaise directly with HostGator support to keep tickets moving, harden your .htaccess and firewall rules, lock down email filters to stop the spam attacks, and deliver a clear written report covering everything removed and every change made. Any must-have features I should prioritize?
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Hi, We would like to grab this opportunity and will work till you get 100% satisfied with our work. We are an expert team which have many years of experience on Linux, Web Security, Technical Support, Website Management, Web Hosting, Internet Security, Website Optimization, Firewall, cPanel, System Administration Please come over chat and discuss your requirement in a detailed way. Thank You
$25 USD in 40 days
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Hello! Allen from Fort Worth here. Resolving deep-seated security compromises on your HostGator environment requires a systematic, aggressive approach to purging malicious artifacts and restoring server integrity. I will initiate a comprehensive audit via SSH to inspect file headers and .htaccess configurations for backdoors. My strategy involves leveraging Imunify360 to automate the remediation of injected scripts, followed by a manual sweep of crontabs and email relay logs. Post-cleanup, I will implement a hardened WAF policy, mandate 2FA for all accounts, and refine your exim/postfix filters to neutralize ongoing spoofing attacks. Q1: Have you identified specific unauthorized headers in your mail server logs, or is the spam distribution primarily stemming from compromised PHP scripts executing via web-hooks? Understanding the injection vector is critical to preventing the recurring relay issues you are facing. Q2: What is the current versioning status of the CMS core and plugins, and are there any custom legacy scripts excluded from the standard update cycle that could serve as persistent entry points for attackers? Q3: Given the potential for database-level persistent XSS, do you require a full forensic scrub of the SQL tables, or should we focus primarily on the filesystem layer to ensure we do not disrupt existing data integrity during the remediation phase? I look forward to restoring your site security. Best regards.
$40 USD in 10 days
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Hi, I can take control of your HostGator account to resolve the urgent security issues affecting your sites. The best solution is to conduct a thorough audit of your hosting environment and address all vulnerabilities, including unauthorized access and malicious code injections, while liaising directly with HostGator support to ensure prompt resolution. I’m comfortable with cPanel and SSH for effective management and cleanup. The focus will be on implementing robust security measures such as firewall rules, updated plugins, and password hardening to protect your sites against future threats. Additionally, I’ll set up email filters to combat the ongoing attacks and secure your email environment. Deliverables will include clean scans confirming zero infections, a report summarizing all actions taken, and a detailed list of security enhancements implemented. I’ll ensure that your websites load normally without any issues and are fully protected from potential risks. Once we agree, I’m ready to get started immediately.
$20 USD in 40 days
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HostGator Malware Cleanup & Account Security Hardening Support for full recovery and stabilization of your HostGator hosting environment, including malware removal, email protection, and server hardening. The process includes a complete scan of hosting accounts, files, databases, and domains to identify malicious injections, unauthorized scripts, and phishing or spam redirects affecting your websites. Coordination with HostGator support can be handled directly to ensure all flagged files and server-side issues are fully resolved and verified. Once cleaned, the environment will be secured through proper hardening measures such as firewall configuration, .htaccess protection rules, plugin and CMS updates, secure password policies, and restriction of vulnerable entry points. Email security will also be addressed by reviewing mailbox activity, applying filtering rules, and blocking ongoing spam or attack patterns to restore stable communication.
$30 USD in 40 days
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