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| Plugin name | Really Simple SSL | Shield Security – Scanners, Security Hardening, Brute Force Protection & Firewall |
| Version | 5.2.2 | 13.0.6 |
| Author | Really Simple Plugins | Shield Security |
| Tested upto (WordPress Version) | 5.8.3 | 5.9 |
| Required PHP Version | 5.6 | 7.0 |
| Rating | Total reviews: 7556(100%) | Total reviews: 979(98%) |
| Resolved issues | 42 out of 52
80.77%
| 6 out of 8
75.00%
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| Active installs | 5000000+ | 60000+ |
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| Download | Download | Download |
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