<.htaccess> IP block
This plugin uses the power of Apache server to block unwanted IP addresses from accessing or harming your Wordpress site.
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·10 active installs·Updated 9 years agoAs of April 2026, <.htaccess> IP block is a WordPress htaccess plugin with 10 active installations and a 3/5 rating from 2 reviews. It has been downloaded 1.8K+ times in total. Requires WordPress false+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2016. Last updated 9 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Redirection.
3/52 reviews
10active installs
1.8K+total downloads
10 yearssince 2016
Overview
Utilising Apache server to block IP addresses should reduce the load on php and/or mySql servers. As this plugin will eliminate the need to process HTTP requests and then matching the referrer IP address with blacklist stored on mySql.
This plugin can also integrate with Wordfence Security (if installed) to import blocked IPs from Wordfence and also block IPs on Wordfence.
How to use:
- Install the plugin and activate it.
- Go to Control Panel of the plugin and make sure to follow the instructions exactly. The instructions are tailored to your site.
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Compatibility
| WordPress | false+ requiredTested up to false |
| PHP | false+ required |
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