Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Disable REST API currently ranks #511 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #506, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 80K+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- It is averaging 226 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 19% versus the month before (190/day).
- The latest release, v1.8, shipped on Sep 14, 2023 (1,129 days ago) — release #13 since the plugin joined the directory in 2014.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | #511 |
| 2026-09-30 | #512 |
| 2026-08-31 | #509 |
| 2026-07-31 | #508 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | 80,000 |
| 2026-09-30 | 80,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 80,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 80,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-15 | 270 |
| 2026-09-30 | 259 |
| 2026-08-31 | 192 |
| 2026-07-31 | 172 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Dave McHale |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.8 |
| Versions released | 13 |
| Last updated | 2023-09-14 |
| Added to directory | 2014-10-03 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.9+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Disable the use of the REST API on your website to site users. Now with User Role support!
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Disable REST API?
WordPress.org reports 80K+ active installs.
How popular is Disable REST API?
As of October 17, 2026, Disable REST API ranks #511 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #506.
When was Disable REST API last updated?
Disable REST API was last updated on September 14, 2023 (version 1.8). It has shipped 13 releases in total.
Who makes Disable REST API?
Disable REST API is developed by Dave McHale. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in October 2014.
