How Long Does a Malware Cleanup Take?
Every case is different, but here are typical timelines:
| Case Type | Typical Duration |
|---|---|
| Single-site WordPress cleanup | 4-8 hours |
| Multi-site or shared hosting | 1-2 business days |
| E-commerce (Magento, WooCommerce) | 1-3 business days |
| Complex compromise (multiple vectors) | 2-5 business days |
These are estimates. Factors that can extend the timeline:
- Number of infected sites on the server
- Complexity of the infection (database-level persistence, server-level compromise)
- Waiting for server access credentials
- Reinfection from unpatched vulnerabilities
Tip: Providing complete server access credentials upfront helps us start faster.