Divi and Wordfence Compatibility Explained

Divi and Wordfence are fully compatible and can be used together on any WordPress site without technical conflicts.

Based on 8 community reports.

Linked sources: 9.

Known Issues

• No direct technical conflicts reported between Divi and Wordfence
• Ensure Wordfence firewall rules do not block Divi builder AJAX requests

Community Q&A

Are Divi and Wordfence compatible?

Yes, Divi and Wordfence are fully compatible. Divi is a page builder theme, while Wordfence is a security plugin; they perform different functions and do not conflict.

Does Wordfence block Divi builder features?

Generally, no. However, if you experience issues saving pages in the Divi builder, check the Wordfence Live Traffic logs to see if the firewall is blocking AJAX requests.

Do I need a security plugin if I use Divi?

Yes, using a security plugin like Wordfence is recommended for all WordPress sites, regardless of the theme or page builder you are using.

Reddit Sources

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