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How do you stop a distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attack? Through a mix of proactive prevention and a solid plan for the worst-case scenario.

DDoS attacks are a growing problem in their frequency, size, and sophistication. According to Statista, the worldwide number of attacks almost doubled from early 2023 to late 2024, peaking at more than half a million in a quarter — that’s almost 5,600 attacks per day.

These attacks don’t just hit government sites or major corporations — even small websites can be targeted. That’s why, as a professional in charge of maintaining a website’s uptime and performance, understanding how to prevent and stop a DDoS attack is critical.

This article covers how DDoS attacks work, how to recognize them, and what to do before, during, and after an attack.

What is a DDoS attack and how does it work?

A DDoS attack against a website or internet service sends overwhelming amounts of traffic to the…