Question 1

What is the best WordPress Post Lock plugin?

Accepted Answer

The most widely used post lock plugins are ranked by active installations on PluginSift. You can sort by popularity, rating, or recent updates to find the best option for your needs. As of April 2026, there are 4 post lock plugins available.

Question 2

How many WordPress Post Lock plugins are there?

Accepted Answer

As of April 2026, there are 4 WordPress post lock plugins listed on PluginSift. This includes free, freemium, and premium options from various developers.

Question 3

Are there free Post Lock plugins for WordPress?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the majority of WordPress post lock plugins offer a free version. Many also have premium tiers with advanced features. You can use the filter options above to browse only free plugins.

Question 4

How do I compare Post Lock plugins?

Accepted Answer

PluginSift lets you compare any two plugins side by side. Visit a plugin page and click "Compare", or use the Compare tool in the navigation. Comparison pages show ratings, active installations, support quality, update frequency, and more.

WordPress Post Lock Plugins

Disable Post Locking

Post Lock

PMC Edit Lock Marker

Locker Content

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