Active installs
10+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#29536
Peak #29536
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
356
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker currently ranks #29536 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.0, shipped on Nov 5, 2025 (275 days ago) — release #2 since the plugin joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | teamredfox |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2025-11-05 |
| Added to directory | 2025-10-13 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.8+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
A security plugin that controls XML-RPC access and specific WordPress REST API endpoints from anonymous users.
Frequently asked questions
Is REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker a free plugin?
Yes — REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker?
WordPress.org reports 10+ active installs.
How popular is REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker?
As of August 7, 2026, REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker ranks #29536 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker last updated?
REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker was last updated on November 5, 2025 (version 1.0). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker?
REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker is developed by teamredfox. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in October 2025.
