Strange pages and redirects
Unfamiliar pages in search results, spam links, or visitors being sent to other websites are classic signs of an infection.
Search your domain on Google with site: to see what is indexed.
A useful starting point
Run a site: search for your domain today and look for pages you did not create.
Browser and search warnings
If Google or browsers show a “this site may be hacked” warning, traffic can drop overnight.
Search Console will usually explain the problem and list affected pages.
Unexpected users and file changes
New admin accounts, changed files, or unknown plugins suggest someone else has access.
Regular security scans catch these changes early.
Your practical checklist
- Search your domain for unfamiliar pages.
- Check Search Console for security issues.
- Review all admin user accounts.
- Run a malware scan on your files.
- Confirm you have a recent clean backup.
