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title: "How to Remove Meta Generator Tag in WordPress?"
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date: 2023-09-29
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# How to Remove Meta Generator Tag in WordPress?

## Key Takeaways

- Nexter Extension (Free) allows users to remove the WordPress meta generator tag easily.
- Users enable the Remove Meta Generator toggle in the Advanced Security section of Nexter Extension to eliminate meta tags.
- Removing the meta generator tag helps protect websites from security vulnerabilities associated with outdated versions.

By default, WordPress displays the version of WordPress and other plugins that your website is currently running on in a meta generator tag. While this may seem like a harmless piece of information, it can have negative consequences for your website's security. Hackers can use this information to exploit known vulnerabilities in older versions of WordPress or other plugins, putting your website at risk.

There is no option within WordPress to remove this meta tag. But if you are using the [Nexter Extension (Free) plugin](https://wordpress.org/plugins/nexter-extension/), you can easily remove the WordPress meta generator tag.  

[LIVE EXTENSION LINK](https://nexterwp.com/nexter-extensions/advanced-wordpress-security/)

 

## How to Remove Meta Generator with the Nexter Extension?

If you check the page source code of a WordPress website, you’ll find different meta generator tags showing the WordPress and other plugin versions.

To remove the meta generator tag with the Nexter Extension, from the WordPress Dashboard, go to **Nexter **>** Extensions** > **Security**.

Then go to the **Advanced Security **section, enable the toggle, and click on the gear icon (⚙).

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/advanced-security-settings-new-1.png)

It will open the Advanced Security popup, then enable the **Remove Meta Generator** toggle and click the **Save** button. 

![remove meta generator](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/remove-meta-generator-new.png)

Now, this will remove all the meta generator tags from the source code.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What are the security risks of leaving the meta generator tag in WordPress?**
A: The meta generator tag reveals the version of WordPress and plugins in use, which can expose your site to hackers. They may exploit known vulnerabilities in outdated versions. Removing this tag helps enhance your site's security by making it harder for attackers to identify potential weaknesses.

**Q: What if I don't see the option to remove the meta generator tag in the Nexter Extension?**
A: If the option to remove the meta generator tag is not visible, ensure that you have the latest version of the Nexter Extension installed. Sometimes, outdated versions may not support all features. Updating the plugin can resolve this issue and provide access to the necessary settings.

**Q: What are best practices for securing my WordPress site beyond removing the meta generator tag?**
A: In addition to removing the meta generator tag, regularly update WordPress, themes, and plugins to their latest versions. Use strong passwords and consider security plugins for additional protection. Regular backups and monitoring for suspicious activity can also help safeguard your site from threats.