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REST API Shield & XML-RPC Blocker

by teamredfox

 ·  Current rank #29536

Active installs
10+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#29536
Peak #29536
Downloads / day
Downloads (7d)
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.

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Details

Authorteamredfox
Current version1.0
Versions released2
Last updated2025-11-05
Added to directory2025-10-13
Requires WordPress6.8+
Requires PHP7.4+
First tracked here2026-08-06

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.