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3. Look for security problems
Security issues can suddenly cause traffic to drop, making your website inaccessible or untrustworthy. For example, Google may temporarily deindex hacked or compromised websites.
To rule that out as a cause, check the Security issues report in Google Search Console.
If you’re concerned about security issues, know that WordPress.com sites benefit from built-in security features and a powerful firewall designed to help protect your content from threats. Jetpack Scan checks every website for malware, vulnerabilities, and dangerous themes and plugins daily. You can see your scan history on Business or Commerce plans, too.
