# GetDeny - Website: https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/ ## Pages - [Home](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/) ## Authors - [Ðeny](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/author/deny) - [Nate Meadows](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/author/nate-meadows): Nate Meadows is a co-founder and thought leader at Ðeny, where he focuses on driving innovation and strategic growth. With a keen eye for emerging trends and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of technology, Nate plays a crucial role in shaping the company’s vision and direction. His expertise in developing forward-thinking strategies has made him a pivotal figure in the company’s journey towards redefining industry standards.‍ ## Articles - [How to Exclude Bot and AI-Agent Traffic in GA4 (2026 Guide)](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/exclude-bot-and-ai-agent-traffic-in-ga4): Learn how to exclude bot traffic in GA4 with data filters, segments and AI channel groups, and why AI agents in real browsers need edge classification. - [WordPress Malware Removal Checklist After CVE-2026-87902](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/wordpress-malware-removal-checklist): A 10-step WordPress malware removal checklist: isolate, back up, verify checksums, remove backdoors, rotate credentials, patch, and spot reinfection. - [Google Ended Parked-Domain Ads on Search Partners: What to Audit Next](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/google-parked-domain-ads-search-partners-audit): Google removed parked domain ads from its Search Partner Network in Feb 2026. See what is still risky and follow our audit checklist for PMax and Display. - [Invalid Traffic: Why Residential IPs Aren't Proof of a Human](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/invalid-traffic-63b-ipidea-takedown): Invalid traffic cost advertisers $63B, and Google's IPIDEA takedown shows why residential IPs can hide bots. Learn how to spot and separate proxy traffic. - [Patched a Year Ago, Hacked This Week: WordPress in Fall 2025](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/fall-2025-wordpress-mass-exploitation): Fall 2025 attacks hit WordPress plugin vulnerabilities patched up to a year earlier. See what happened, why sites stay exposed, and a hygiene checklist. - [AI Browsers Just Arrived in Your Analytics: What Atlas Means for Ads](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/ai-browsers-in-your-analytics): AI browser traffic from ChatGPT Atlas, Comet and Edge looks like Chrome in GA4. Learn the patterns to watch and how to protect paid campaign data. - [Tell AI Agents, Bots and Humans Apart in Your Analytics](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/tell-ai-agents-bots-and-humans-apart): Learn how to separate AI agent traffic, AI crawlers, proxy bots and real humans in GA4 and ad platforms, and what to do with each traffic segment. - [Residential Proxy SDKs Are Quietly Draining Ad Budgets](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/residential-proxy-sdks-and-your-marketing-budget): App developers are paid to embed residential proxy SDKs that turn phones and TVs into exit nodes. Learn how this bot traffic drains your marketing budget. - [Introducing Ðeny WP Pro: Clean It, Lock It, Keep It That Way](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/introducing-deny-wp-pro): Ðeny WP Pro is a WordPress security plugin that cleans hacked sites, finds backdoors and rogue admins, and keeps sites locked and updated. $99 per host. - [How Agentic AI Is Being Used to Exploit WordPress Websites](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/agentic-ai-wordpress-exploits): AI-powered WordPress attacks shrink the time from plugin CVE to mass exploitation to hours. See how agentic AI is used and the defenses that still work. - [Agentic AI Traffic: The Good and the Bad](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/agentic-ai-traffic-good-and-bad): Agentic AI traffic can bring buyers or drain your site. Learn to tell AI crawlers, search bots and agents apart, and set an allow, limit or block policy. - [What Is Agentic AI, and What Are the Risks to Paid Media?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/agentic-ai-risks-for-paid-media): Agentic AI now browses, clicks and fills forms for users. Learn how AI agents affect paid media: wasted CPC, polluted bidding signals, fake leads and more. - [2026 Bot Threats to the Marketing Stack: A Threat Map](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/2026-bot-threats-to-the-marketing-stack): A 2026 map of bot threats to the marketing stack: click fraud, fake leads, SMS pumping, residential proxies and AI crawlers, plus an audit checklist. - [Mastering Ðeny Shield: The Ultimate Guide to Blocking Fraudulent Traffic](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/mastering-deny-shield-the-ultimate-guide-to-blocking-fraudulent-traffic): Configure Ðeny Shield step by step: block VPNs, proxies and datacenter IPs, filter by country, state or ZIP, and keep bots out of your ads and analytics. - [Why Google Won’t Lose Sleep Over Your Wasted Ad Dollars (But You Should)](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/why-google-wont-lose-sleep-over-your-wasted-ad-dollars-but-you-should): Ad fraud costs marketers billions annually, yet platforms profit from bots. Learn why they won’t fix it—and how to protect your ad budget today. - [The Underrated MVP of Marketing Attribution](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/the-underrated-mvp-of-marketing-attribution): Learn why UTM strings are essential for accurate marketing attribution and how Ðeny filters out bot traffic to keep your data clean. Discover the power of precise tracking and make your ad spend work harder for real results! - [How Ðeny’s Traffic Analysis Spots Bots Before They Eat Up Your Budget](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/how-denys-traffic-analysis-spots-bots-before-they-eat-up-your-budget): Discover how Ðeny’s smart traffic analysis and machine learning filter out bots before they drain your ad budget. Learn how Ðeny protects your funnel from fake clicks, while giving you total control over who gets access to your site. - [What is Marketing Attribution?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/what-is-marketing-attribution): Learn why marketing attribution is vital for today’s businesses, how it’s evolved, and why failing to implement it could be costing you. Discover how Ðeny’s innovative tools can help optimize your marketing strategy by filtering out bad traffic and revealing your most effective channels. - [How Does Ad Fraud Work?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/how-does-ad-fraud-work): Discover how ad fraud drains marketing budgets and skews data. Learn how it works, why current platforms fall short, and how Ðeny stops fraud in its tracks to save your ad spend. - [Press Release: Introducing Ðeny](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/introducing-deny-the-game-changing-solution-in-the-fight-against-fraudulent-traf): Ðeny is launching a groundbreaking solution to stop bot traffic in real time, protect marketing budgets, and clean up skewed data. Discover how Ðeny’s seamless fraud prevention platform helps marketers save ad spend and optimize for real human audiences. - [Sick of Wasting Ad Spend? Let’s Talk Real Solutions to Bot Traffic](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/sick-of-wasting-ad-spend-lets-talk-real-solutions-to-bot-traffic): Tired of bot traffic eating up your ad budget? Discover how Ðeny’s real-time fraud prevention stops bots in their tracks, saves your ad spend, and delivers cleaner, more accurate data for higher ROI. - [Attribution Has Failed Marketers ... Until Now.](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/attribution-has-failed-marketers-until-now): Struggling with attribution? Discover why traditional models fail in a bot-riddled world and how Ðeny’s persistent attribution solution blocks fake traffic, saves your ad budget, and delivers real, actionable data. - [Click Fraud: The Silent Killer of Your PPC Campaigns (And How to Outsmart It)](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/click-fraud-the-silent-killer-of-your-ppc-campaigns-and-how-to-outsmart-it): Click fraud is silently draining your PPC budget and skewing your data. Discover how click fraud works, its impact on your campaigns, and the strategies to protect your ad spend from digital thieves. Stay ahead of the game and keep your campaigns clean! - [The State of the Marketing Funnel: What to Expect in 2025](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/articles/the-state-of-the-marketing-funnel-what-to-expect-in-2025): Discover the future of the marketing funnel in 2025! Learn about emerging trends, the impact of AI and automation, and strategies to create personalized, omnichannel experiences that drive customer engagement and retention. Stay ahead in the evolving marketing landscape by understanding how to adapt your funnel strategy for success. ## FAQs - [What Are the “Good Bots” We Don’t Block](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/what-are-the-good-bots-we-dont-block): When it comes to protecting your marketing stack, not all bots are the enemy. Some play crucial roles in making your campaigns shine. Here’s a breakdown of the "good bots"... - [Install Ðeny Traffic Logging Script On Webflow](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/install-deny-traffic-logging-script-on-webflow): To integrate Ðeny Traffic Logging Script with your Webflow site, follow these steps to enhance your marketing stack's security: 1. Generate the Ðeny Script Access Ðeny Dashboard: Log in to... - [Install Ðeny Traffic Logging Script On WordPress](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/install-deny-traffic-logging-script-on-wordpress): To insert the Ðeny Traffic Logging Script code on your WordPress site and manage it efficiently, you can use a plugin to handle custom scripts. Here’s how to do it:... - [Install Ðeny Traffic Logging Script on other CMS options](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/install-deny-traffic-logging-script-on-other-cms-options): For CMS platforms beyond Webflow and WordPress, follow these universal instructions to insert the Ðeny Traffic Logging Script code: 1. Access Your CMS’s Custom Code or Template Editor Log in... - [How to add exclusions to Facebook (Meta) advertising campaigns](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/how-to-add-exclusions-to-facebook-meta-advertising-campaigns): To optimize your Facebook (Meta) advertising campaigns and ensure your ads reach the most relevant audience, you can implement exclusions at both the IP address and country levels. Below are... - [How to add exclusions to linkedin](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/how-to-add-exclusions-to-linkedin): LinkedIn Ads offers various targeting options to help you reach your desired audience effectively. However, unlike platforms such as Google Ads, LinkedIn does not provide direct features to exclude specific... - [How to add exclusions to google ads](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/how-to-add-exclusions-to-google-ads): To optimize your Google Ads campaigns and prevent your ads from displaying to unintended audiences, you can implement IP address and country-level exclusions. Below are detailed instructions for both methods,... - [Setup Ðeny Shield on most other CMS options.](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/setup-deny-shield-on-most-other-cms-options): For CMS platforms beyond Webflow and WordPress, follow these universal instructions to insert the Ðeny code: 1. Access Your CMS’s Custom Code or Template Editor Log in to your CMS... - [Setup Ðeny Shield On WordPress](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/setup-deny-shield-on-wordpress): To insert the Ðeny code on your WordPress site and manage it efficiently, you can use a plugin to handle custom scripts. Here’s how to do it: 1. Install a... - [Setup Ðeny Shield On Webflow](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/setup-deny-shield-on-webflow): To integrate Ðeny Shield with your Webflow site, follow these steps to enhance your marketing stack's security: 1. Generate the Ðeny Script Access Ðeny Dashboard: Log in to your Ðeny... - [Can Ðeny help with interpreting my traffic reports?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/can-deny-help-with-interpreting-my-traffic-reports): Absolutely! Our support team can help you understand Ðeny’s reporting features, offering insights into patterns, metrics, and recommendations on optimizing your traffic filters. Whether it’s understanding bot behavior or spotting... - [What if I encounter issues with my Ðeny script setup?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/what-if-i-encounter-issues-with-my-deny-script-setup): No worries! Our support team can walk you through setup step-by-step. We also offer a detailed setup guide and troubleshooting documentation to help resolve most issues. If needed, our team... - [How does Ðeny handle support requests for Enterprise clients?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/how-does-deny-handle-support-requests-for-enterprise-clients): Our Enterprise clients get priority support, including dedicated account management and faster response times. Enterprise clients can also access on-demand consultations with our product specialists to optimize Ðeny’s settings for... - [Does the Standard Plan cover all subdomains under my domain?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/does-the-standard-plan-cover-all-subdomains-under-my-domain): No, the Standard Plan covers only one website (one main domain or subdomain). If you need coverage across multiple subdomains, consider the Enterprise Plan. ‍ - [How do I know which plan is right for my business?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/how-do-i-know-which-plan-is-right-for-my-business): If you’re managing a single website with under 250,000 monthly page views, the Standard Plan has you covered. For multiple subdomains or higher traffic, the Enterprise Plan offers broader support,... - [What pricing plans does Ðeny offer?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/what-pricing-plans-does-deny-offer): Ðeny has two pricing plans to fit different traffic levels and needs: • Standard: Ideal for a single website, with Ðeny Bot Shield, marketing reporting, UTM attribution, and support for... - [How does Ðeny’s technology work behind the scenes?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/how-does-denys-technology-work-behind-the-scenes): Ðeny uses a mix of real-time data checks, IP reputation scoring, and geographic filtering to determine traffic legitimacy. Our tech identifies patterns and anomalies to keep bots out and lets... - [Are there any hidden fees?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/are-there-any-hidden-fees): Nope—no surprises here. Your subscription covers all usage and support, with no additional fees for API requests or account adjustments. ‍ - [What subscription plans does Ðeny offer?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/what-subscription-plans-does-deny-offer): Ðeny offers a month-to-month subscription plan for your website. We provide monthly and annual billing, with discounts for long-term commitments. Enterprise accounts are unique and handled separately. ‍ - [Why do I need Ðeny?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/why-do-i-need-deny): Ðeny helps you reclaim wasted ad spend by blocking non-human traffic and protecting against economic attacks targeting your marketing resources. If you’re tired of bots messing with your data, form... - [What is Ðeny, and what does it do?](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/what-is-deny-and-what-does-it-do): Ðeny is a proactive shield for your marketing stack, blocking fraudulent traffic, bot clicks, and unwanted users to keep your analytics accurate and your budget efficient. We ensure only legitimate... - [integrate](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/integrate): Integrating Ðeny is as easy as copying and pasting a script—seriously. But if tech isn’t your thing or you’d rather have a guide on hand, we’ve got you covered. We... - [Free trial and fees](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/7-day): We don’t offer a free trial. Ðeny is a paid plan from day one: a credit card is required at sign-up, and you can cancel anytime. No hidden fees either—what... - [upgrade](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/upgrade): Absolutely! Think of it like upgrading from a sedan to a sports car—you deserve the speed and power once you’ve outgrown the basics. As your website traffic booms, we’ll be... - [difference](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/difference): The Enterprise plan is like a security upgrade from a bike lock to Fort Knox. It’s designed for high-traffic businesses with multiple subdomains, tons of traffic, and a C-suite that... - [Standard Plan](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/standard-plan): The Standard Plan covers everything a single website needs to fend off bot attacks and clean up your marketing data—without making you cry into your coffee. It includes: Protection for... - [website licensing](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/faqs/website-licensing): Alright, let’s break this down so no one gets it twisted about what a website and a domain really are and how your license applies. Domain vs. Website: Domain: Think... ## Optional - [Full text of all pages](https://getdeny.winterhoff.io/llms-full.txt)