Add From Server vs Prevent Direct Access – Protect… (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Prevent Direct Access – Protect…
10K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Prevent Direct Access – Protect… has a higher user rating (4.7/5 from 292 reviews) while Add From Server leads in active installations (60K+ vs 10K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Add From Server has accumulated 1.3M+ total downloads while Prevent Direct Access – Protect… has 264K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Add From Server | Prevent Direct Access – Protect… | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.6/5 | ► | 4.7/5 |
| Total Reviews | 239 | ► | 292 |
| Active Installs | 60K+ | ◄ | 10K+ |
| Total Downloads | 1.3M+ | ◄ | 264K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | 0% | |
| Last Updated | 5 years ago | ► | 1 week ago |
| First Released | 2008 | 2015 | |
| Age | 18 years | 11 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.4+ | 4.7+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.0+ | 5.6.1+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 3.4.5 | 2.8.8.6 |
Rating Breakdown
Add From Server
Prevent Direct Access – Protect…
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Add From Server averaged approximately 42 daily downloads while Prevent Direct Access – Protect… averaged 453.
Recent Reviews
Add From Server Reviews
Still working
That “outdated 11 year old plugin that over 100k people still insist on using” (description from Github) still works perfectly fine and I haven’t found a good alternative. I would love to see a ver
What an amazing Plugin
Well, first of all, that plugin is amazing. Saved me for sure from unwanted hassle while importing/updating every day WooCommerce products.Daily about 1500-2000 products adding or updating, with av
Does not import Folder Structure to Media Library
What’s the use of importing files from the server if you can’t import the folder structure they are in for organization? I expected the plugin to import files and auto-create a virtual folder in the l
Prevent Direct Access – Protect… Reviews
Great protection
The pro plugin delivers, providing protection and security to files which contain commercial, sensitive or personal information. I have had a pro license for some time and even though the license h
Free Version barely usable
Almost every useful feature is locked away. Uninstalled immediately.
I’m completely impressed…
I’m not one to write reviews, but the WP Folio Team definitely deserves one. I’m completely impressed with their support. They are unparalleled! Whatever you need, you can be sure they will do everyth
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