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We run an established metal web radio and multilingual webzine on WordPress, hosted on Nexcess with paid GTranslate SEO/TDN. We need two things done: harmful bot traffic identified and blocked, and the full site verified to be working correctly. What the work involves: - Dig through server logs, identify suspicious bots and crawlers, and block them at the Cloudflare/firewall level without touching Googlebot, Bingbot, Meta, Google Ads traffic, or real visitors. - Check whether automated traffic is overloading CPU, memory, PHP, or the database. - Test everything: homepage, articles, radio player, admin area, images, menus, links, scripts, contact forms, all translated versions, desktop and mobile. - Check for 403, 404, 429, 500, 502, 503, 504, and timeout errors. - Review plugins, cron jobs, and security settings. Deliver a written report covering what was found, what was fixed, and what else is recommended. Ground rules: - No changes to the database, content, translations, SEO settings, DNS, CDN, or hosting configuration without approval first. - No new plugins without approval. Every change documented. What we need from you: Hands-on experience with WordPress, Cloudflare, server log analysis, Nexcess or comparable managed hosting, and multilingual WordPress. GTranslate SEO/TDN experience is a strong plus. This is implementation work, not just an audit.
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Hello, I see you’re looking for help with identifying and blocking harmful bot traffic while also conducting a full site audit for your metal web radio and multilingual webzine. With 7+ years of hands-on experience in WordPress, I can dive into your server logs to pinpoint suspicious bots and ensure that real users and important crawlers like Googlebot and Bingbot are unaffected. I'll also assess your site’s performance to check if automated traffic is causing any overload issues. This includes testing all features from the homepage to contact forms in both desktop and mobile versions. I understand the importance of maintaining your current setup, so I’ll ensure that no unauthorized changes are made without your approval. One question I have is: have you noticed any specific patterns or trends in the bot traffic that might help with identifying the culprits? Best regards, Ivan Mandinski
$50 USD in 3 days
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255 freelancers are bidding on average $137 USD for this job

Hi, I can identify and block harmful bot traffic on your WordPress/Nexcess setup by analyzing server logs and configuring Cloudflare/firewall rules without affecting legitimate crawlers. I’ll check CPU, memory, PHP, and database usage, then thoroughly test homepage, articles, radio player, admin, translations, and mobile/desktop performance. Deliverables include a detailed written report of findings, fixes, and recommendations. Let's discuss in chat as I have some queries to ask regarding the project to proceed further.
$120 USD in 2 days
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Hi, hope you're doing well! I'd love to help secure and verify your metal radio and webzine site. Here's my approach: Log analysis: Dig through server logs to identify harmful bots and block them at Cloudflare without touching legitimate crawlers or real visitors. Performance check: Review CPU, memory, PHP, and DB load caused by automated traffic. Full site test: Homepage, radio player, articles, menus, forms, translated versions, mobile and desktop, plus all error codes. Plugin and cron review: Flag anything causing issues, with a clear written report of findings, fixes, and recommendations. All changes will be documented and nothing touched without your approval first. A few questions to get started: 1. Do you have Cloudflare access ready to share, or will I be working through your team for firewall changes? 2. Are there specific translated languages or regions where you've noticed the most issues? 3. Have you seen any particular error codes or slowdowns recently that prompted this, or is this more of a proactive audit? Looking forward to getting your site clean and running smoothly. Azeem Amin
$250 USD in 7 days
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Hi, We can help diagnose and stop harmful bot traffic on your WordPress radio site without disrupting Google, Bing, Meta, Ads, or real listeners. With multilingual support and GTranslate SEO/TDN in place, we’ll focus on blocking only abusive crawlers at the Cloudflare/firewall level. Our first step is server log analysis and traffic pattern review to separate bad bots from legitimate traffic. Then we’ll test the full site flow end to end: homepage, articles, radio player, admin access, forms, menus, media, and translated pages on desktop and mobile. We’ll document any 403/404/429/5xx issues and identify the cause. We keep changes minimal and only make approved adjustments. No database, SEO, DNS, CDN, or hosting edits outside your rules. Initial scope includes: server log analysis bot/crawler identification Cloudflare/firewall blocking site functionality checks plugin/cron/security review We’re available to start immediately and can review everything through Freelancer chat or video call from 11 AM–8 PM IST. If you have Cloudflare firewall access and Nexcess log access available, please share them and we can begin. Regards, Ghanu & Samir KESHAV INFOTECH
$97 USD in 5 days
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Hello, With a decade's worth of technical experience, I can ensure your WordPress site aligns with your vision and meets the highest standard of quality. Having worked with Nexcess hosting services and fluent in managing multilingual WordPress sites like yours, I understand the significance of maintaining optimum functionality while minimizing value-threatening risks. Our commitment to excellent customer service means we prioritize your approved standards for any adjustments, be it in the database or hosting configuration. In terms of the task at hand, I have solid expertise in implementing appropriate measures against harmful bot traffic to maintain your website's integrity whilst preserving legitimate visitor traffic. My proficiency in server log analysis and Cloudflare deployment will enable me to efficiently identify threatening bots and crawlers without disturbing crucial components like Googlebot, Bingbot, Meta, Google Ads. Lastly, I comprehensively test every aspect of your site - from its various elements like radio players and contact forms to every translated versions ensuring it works cohesively across platforms. My focus lies on providing clear insight into any potential issues found in the site alongside actionable recommendations for Thanks!
$180 USD in 3 days
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With over 15 years of experience as an SEO and digital marketing professional, I am confident I can help you address all the challenges you face with your WordPress website. As part of my wide range of skills, I specialize in WordPress management, Cloudflare configuration, and server log analysis. This means I can dig through your server logs to specifically identify suspicious bots and crawlers that could be affecting your site's performance. Additionally, my expertise in using tools such as Nexcess and GTranslate complements the particular needs of your project well. Not only do I have the technical know-how to block harmful bot traffic at the Cloudflare/firewall level without affecting any real visitors or legitimate search engine bot traffic, but I also bring a highly meticulous approach to this work. Your ground rules are important to me - no new plugins or alterations without prior approval, and full documentation for every change made. Trust and transparency are key tenets of my work methodology, always ensuring that you are fully informed about actions taken on your website. Lastly, my commitment to long-term growth strategies over short-sighted quick fixes makes me an ideal partner for maintaining the health of your web radio and webzine site. With my services, you don't just get an implementation expert but also a proactive problem solver who delivers clear communication and regular reporting on measurable results.
$50 USD in 30 days
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With hands-on experience in WordPress security and optimization, I understand the importance of maintaining a smoothly running website. I can help identify and block harmful bot traffic while ensuring your metal web radio and webzine are in top shape. Could you provide access to the server logs for a thorough analysis? Regards, Yogesh Kumar
$170 USD in 8 days
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This looks like a great fit, I will dig through your Nexcess server logs, isolate the harmful bots from your legitimate crawlers (Googlebot, Bingbot, Meta, Google Ads), and block them at Cloudflare without disrupting real visitors or your GTranslate TDN setup. Then I will test every layer of the site: radio player, translated versions, forms, scripts, and error codes, and deliver a documented report of findings, fixes, and recommendations. I have worked on multilingual WordPress sites where bot traffic was silently spiking PHP and database load, and the fix at the firewall level brought resource usage back to normal immediately. Questions: 1) Do you already have Cloudflare on a paid plan, or are you on the free tier? 2) Do you have access to raw server logs through Nexcess, or will I need to request those? Looking forward to talking through the details. Kamran
$90 USD in 5 days
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Hi there, Your setup has a hidden pressure point: it’s not just bots , it’s the risk of blocking the wrong traffic while the site stays unstable. I’ve worked on WordPress sites where log noise, CPU spikes, and translation layers make the real problem easy to miss, and I can help you isolate the harmful crawlers without disturbing Google, Bing, Meta, Ads, or real users. I’m comfortable with WordPress, Cloudflare rules, server log review, Nexcess-style managed hosting, and multilingual sites. I can verify the homepage, articles, radio player, admin, forms, media, and translated pages on desktop and mobile, then document every change clearly. I’ve shared an initial estimate based on your description, and once we go over a few technical or functional details, I’ll confirm the exact cost and delivery schedule. I’ll start by identifying traffic patterns, checking server/resource pressure, and mapping the safest block approach before any enforcement. Are you already seeing specific 403/429/5xx patterns in Nexcess or Cloudflare logs? Could you share whether GTranslate is using subdomains, subdirectories, or URL parameters so I can test the translated paths correctly? Are you already seeing specific 403/429/5xx patterns in Nexcess or Cloudflare logs? Best regards, Asad Looking forward to your reply so we can finalize the exact plan.
$75 USD in 3 days
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I HAVE RELEVANT EXPERTISE securing and optimizing WordPress sites through server log analysis, Cloudflare bot mitigation, performance tuning, and comprehensive QA testing. Can you provide access to your Nexcess logs and Cloudflare account? Are you currently using any WordPress security or caching plugins that should remain untouched?
$240 USD in 7 days
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Hi! My name is Marjan and I'm here to offer you my services as a skilled applicant with over a decade of experience working on Freelancer.com. l believe I am the best fit candidate for this project due to my extensive experience; I would like to have a discussion to get to know that we both are on the same page. Once the scope will be locked, I will start working on it right away.
$140 USD in 7 days
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Hi, I have experience troubleshooting **WordPress performance, Cloudflare security, and server log analysis**, and I can identify harmful bot traffic while ensuring legitimate crawlers (Google, Bing, Meta, Ads) and real visitors remain unaffected. I'll analyze server logs, review resource usage, implement safe Cloudflare/firewall rules, and thoroughly test your entire multilingual site—including GTranslate-generated pages, radio player, forms, admin area, and mobile responsiveness. All work will follow your ground rules: **no database, SEO, DNS, CDN, hosting, or plugin changes without your approval**, and every action will be documented. You'll receive a detailed report covering findings, fixes implemented, and recommendations for ongoing stability and security. **Muhammad Rizwan LA**
$100 USD in 2 days
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Hi, I will thoroughly analyze server logs to identify and block harmful bot traffic while ensuring the site functions correctly. I will conduct a comprehensive audit of your WordPress site, including checking for CPU/memory overload and testing all components. I will provide a detailed report on findings, fixes, and recommendations. Let's discuss further. Regards, Sai Bhaskar
$85 USD in 2 days
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Hi there, ★★★ WordPress Expert ★★★ 8+ Years of Experience ★★★ I understand you need to identify and block harmful bot traffic while ensuring your site is functioning correctly. I will dig through your server logs to identify suspicious bots and block them at the Cloudflare level, ensuring that legitimate traffic remains unaffected. I'll also check if automated traffic is overloading your resources and test all aspects of your site, including the radio player and translated versions. After the analysis, I will provide a detailed report on what was found, what was fixed, and any additional recommendations. Ready to get started!
$30 USD in 5 days
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Managing bot traffic while ensuring GTranslate remains compatible with your Nexcess hosting environment requires a precise approach to server-side security and script management. I can audit your site to identify the specific bot patterns affecting your resources and configure the necessary blocking rules without disrupting your translation services or site performance. With over 15 years of experience in WordPress development and web security, I specialize in cleaning up malicious traffic and optimizing sites for performance. I am fully comfortable working with PHP, managing cPanel/VPS environments, and troubleshooting complex plugin conflicts, so I can ensure your site is secure and running at peak speed once the audit is complete. I can complete this audit and implement the blocking measures for $123.46 within 7 days. Please send over your site URL and current hosting access so I can begin the initial traffic analysis today.
$123.46 USD in 7 days
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Hi there, I can help you identify and block harmful bot and crawler traffic affecting your WordPress site, while ensuring that legitimate traffic (Googlebot, Bingbot, Meta, Google Ads and real users) is fully preserved. I will also audit server logs, check CPU/PHP/database strain, and thoroughly test all key site components including the radio player, multilingual pages, admin area, and contact forms to ensure everything is stable and error-free. Do you already have Cloudflare active in front of Nexcess, or is Cloudflare setup something you want me to review and optimize as part of the audit? Kindly send me a message to discuss more. Thanks.
$150 USD in 4 days
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Hi, I can help identify and block harmful bots effectively while ensuring legitimate traffic gets through. With over 10+ years of hands-on experience in WordPress and server log analysis, I’ve worked with Nexcess hosting and can efficiently audit your site. I’ll monitor CPU, memory, and database load, check for errors, and thoroughly test every aspect of your site, including the multilingual functionality. You can expect a detailed report outlining findings and recommendations after I complete the task. I’m also mindful of your ground rules and will secure approval for any necessary changes. Let’s ensure your site runs smoothly and efficiently! Best Regards, Priyanka
$140 USD in 2 days
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Hello, As a seasoned web developer and SEO specialist with over 8 years of experience, I am ideally equipped to handle the intricate demands of this project. My extensive knowledge of WordPress, Cloudflare, server logs analysis, and a profound understanding of Nexcess/managed hosting, have uniquely positioned me to provide comprehensive solutions for your site security and performance optimization needs. During my career, I've consistently helped numerous clients rectify harmful bot traffic issues without disrupting genuine user visits or search engines' crawlers. My methodical approach involves digging through server logs, identifying problematic bots, and effectively blocking them at the Cloudflare level. This strategy ensures a dramatic reduction in unwanted traffic without negatively impacting your legitimate audience or compromising your rankings. In addition to my expertise in bot traffic analysis and management, I also excel in web development and website auditing. Understanding the challenges multilingual sites face, I have successfully worked with GTranslate SEO/TDN before. Knowing the importance of meticulous testing in your case, I assure you that before providing a written report on what was found, fixed, and recommended by combing through every aspect of your site extensively. Overall, my commitment to client satisfaction, deep migration status details understanding of the platforms involved and ability to tailor digi Thanks!
$220 USD in 4 days
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Hi, We’ve developed multilingual WordPress sites with GTranslate and have extensive experience with server log analysis and Cloudflare. We can identify harmful bot traffic and block it without affecting legitimate visitors. We also have strong expertise in PHP and server management, so we can optimize your site for speed and performance. We’ve worked with several managed hosting providers, including Nexcess, and understand how to leverage server resources effectively. In addition to blocking harmful bots, we’ll proactively identify and fix any existing vulnerabilities, ensuring your site is fully secure. Let’s schedule a quick introductory call to discuss your project in more detail and see if I’m the right fit for your needs. I’m looking forward to hearing more about your exciting project. Best regards, Adil
$154 USD in 7 days
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Hi! I'm picturing a site that's attracting the wrong kind of attention—bots consuming resources, creating noise in analytics, and potentially affecting performance—while the real challenge is separating harmful traffic from legitimate crawlers, search engines, and actual listeners. I'd approach this as a hands-on investigation rather than a surface-level audit. Starting with server logs, Cloudflare, and hosting metrics, I'd identify suspicious bot patterns, measure their impact on server resources, and implement carefully targeted blocks that leave Google, Bing, Meta, advertising platforms, and genuine visitors untouched. Alongside that, I'd perform a comprehensive functional review of the entire WordPress ecosystem—from articles and translations to the radio player, forms, scripts, mobile experience, and admin tools—documenting every finding, fix, and recommendation while respecting your approval process for any significant changes. The goal is a cleaner, healthier platform with reduced resource waste, verified functionality across all languages, and a clear roadmap for any future improvements. Good Wishes.
$140 USD in 7 days
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Hello!! I can help investigate the source of the harmful bot traffic and safely implement protections while ensuring legitimate visitors and search engines remain unaffected. I'll also perform a thorough review of the website's functionality across all areas, including translated versions and mobile devices, and provide clear documentation of findings, fixes, and recommendations. All changes will be documented and no major modifications will be made without your approval. What I'm Good At:: ⭐ WordPress Administration ⭐ Server Log Analysis ⭐ Cloudflare Firewall Management ⭐ Bot Detection & Mitigation ⭐ WAF Rule Configuration ⭐ CPU & Memory Usage Analysis ⭐ PHP Performance Optimization ⭐ Database Monitoring ⭐ Error Log Investigation (403/404/429/500/502/503/504) ⭐ Cron Job Management ⭐ Malware & Suspicious Traffic Analysis ⭐ Multilingual Website Management ⭐ GTranslate SEO/TDN Experience ⭐ Desktop & Mobile QA Testing ⭐ Plugin & Security Review ⭐ Nexcess Hosting Management ⭐ Technical Documentation & Reporting Regards, Dbuglab
$140 USD in 7 days
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