Security

Why You Should Use hash_equals() Instead of == or === for Secure Comparisons

2 weeks 0 2 3 min read

When implementing API key validation, token checks, or signature verification in PHP, many developers still rely on == or === to compare secret values. On the surface, this looks correct and works perfectly fine in...

Init Sentinel – Part 7: Alert & Notification System – Instant Response to Threats

3 weeks 0 1 13 min read

After having the ability to log, monitor and analyze, the next step that determines Init Sentinel's real-world effectiveness is the alert system. An unread log is no different from an unpatched vulnerability.

Init Sentinel – Part 3: Logging 403 Errors at the Right Moment in WordPress REST API

1 month 0 3 3 min read

Not all 403 errors should be logged in the same way. In the WordPress REST API, the best place to record unauthorized access is not where the response is sent, but where the permission decision...

Init Sentinel – Part 2: The Core Function for Logging Security Events in WordPress

1 month 0 1 4 min read

After establishing the database foundation, the real value of Init Sentinel comes from its core logging function. This is where unauthorized access attempts are transformed into structured, controlled, and actionable security data.

Init Sentinel – Part 1: Creating a Database for Tracking Unauthorized Access in WordPress

1 month 0 3 3 min read

Every serious security system starts with logs. Without logs, alerts are just assumptions. This first article in the Init Sentinel series focuses on the most critical foundation: building a database table to silently and intentionally...

Init Sentinel – Part 0: What Init Sentinel Is and Why It Exists?

1 month 0 0 3 min read

Init Sentinel is not a security plugin, and it is not a “turn it on and you are safe” solution. It is an idea and an observability architecture designed to live inside your WordPress system.

Recommended Plugins to Optimize Performance and User Experience with Init Press

1 month 0 2 4 min read

Init Press is not only a lightweight and flexible WordPress theme for blogs and content websites, but it also delivers its full potential when combined with appropriate extensions. Although the theme is already optimized in...

Password Cracking Time: Why Strong Passwords Matter?

2 months 0 7 4 min read

Many people still think “my account is small, hackers won’t bother attacking me.” But the truth is completely different: attackers do not target individuals—they attack everything they can scan automatically. If your password is weak,...

Self-hosted Tools

Init WordPress Log – A lightweight, WordPress-focused log viewer for safe and effortless debugging 1.0.0

2 months 0 9 5 min read

Init WordPress Log is a self-hosted log viewer developed by Init HTML, designed specifically for the WordPress ecosystem. It lets you monitor the WordPress debug.log, WooCommerce logs, and logs from popular security plugins (Wordfence, Solid...

What Is SSRF? A Complete Guide and How to Prevent It in WordPress

3 months 0 7 5 min read

SSRF (Server-Side Request Forgery) has become increasingly common in pentest reports, bug bounty programs, and even WordPress core vulnerabilities. If you are building plugins/themes or managing a WordPress site, understanding SSRF and knowing how to...

Init Manga v1.8.1: Introducing Sentinel (Security Logs) for Proactive API Security

3 months 0 3 3 min read

Sentinel is the new security layer in Init Manga that monitors, records, and analyzes suspicious API activity. From unauthorized chapter uploads to blocked REST requests, everything is captured in a structured audit log—giving you full...

XSS in WordPress: From Zero to Master

01/11/2025 0 4 4 min read

XSS (Cross-Site Scripting) is one of the most common vulnerabilities in WordPress plugins and themes. Even experienced developers sometimes introduce XSS without realizing it. In this complete guide, you will learn how XSS works, how...

Official Notice: Scam Warning and the Only Authorized Channels of Init Manga

10/10/2025 0 4 2 min read

Recently, Init HTML has received multiple reports of users being scammed after purchasing fake or unofficial versions of Init Manga. To protect customer rights and maintain transparency, Init HTML issues this notice to confirm that...

How to Block Restricted Usernames in WordPress and WooCommerce

10/10/2025 0 12 3 min read

When running a WordPress site, it’s important to prevent users from registering with sensitive or misleading usernames such as admin, support, or webmaster. These usernames can cause confusion or even pose security risks. This article...

Plugin

Init Content Protector – Lightweight and Powerful Content Protection for WordPress 1.3

24/07/2025 0 32 2 min read

Init Content Protector is a lightweight yet powerful plugin designed to protect your post content from copying, scraping, and browser inspection tools. It runs entirely on Vanilla JavaScript (no jQuery), is performance-friendly, and doesn’t interfere...

Introducing the Content Protection System in Init Manga v1.1.5

21/07/2025 0 8 3 min read

Version 1.1.5 of Init Manga introduces a significant enhancement to content security for chapter pages on WordPress websites. With multiple layers of flexible protection, the new system helps prevent copying, data scraping, and unauthorized access...

Recommended Plugins to Optimize Performance and User Experience with Init Manga

15/07/2025 0 36 7 min read

Init Manga is a powerful theme built for manga reading websites. When combined with the Init Plugin Suite, it delivers an exceptional experience. However, to further enhance performance, SEO, security, and usability, it's worth considering...

Additional Declarations on Copyright, Data, Third-Party Services, and Legal Limitations

05/07/2025 0 14 3 min read

This document sets out additional boundaries and responsibilities to protect the legal rights of Init HTML and to ensure customers clearly understand their role and obligations when using our products.

User Content Disclaimer

05/07/2025 0 10 3 min read

Init HTML only provides the Init Manga theme and accompanying plugins as technical tools. We are not a publisher, moderator, or manager of any content uploaded to customer websites.

Securing the WordPress REST API: Understand It, Simplify It, Avoid Half-Baked Solutions

06/06/2025 0 5 4 min read

The REST API is one of the most powerful features in modern WordPress. It allows seamless communication between frontend and backend through structured endpoints. But this power comes with risk — if you don’t understand...