Adds an extra layer of security to the wp-login.php page by using authentication.
As of April 2026, Protect WP Login is a WordPress login plugin with 0 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 932 times in total. Requires WordPress 6.3+ and PHP 7.4+. Available on WordPress.org since 2024. Last updated 1 year ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: WPS Hide Login.
Protect WP Login is a powerful WordPress plugin designed to block bots and unauthorized users before they reach your wp-login.php page. By adding an additional layer of basic authentication via .htaccess, this plugin ensures that only users with the correct credentials can proceed to the WordPress login screen. This method minimizes unnecessary database queries and server load, effectively preventing brute force attacks without relying on resource-intensive CAPTCHA solutions.
Key Features:
– Protects the wp-login.php page with server-level authentication.
– Prevents unauthorized access to the WordPress dashboard.
– Reduces server load by denying access before reaching the WordPress login form.
– Compatible with most hosting environments supporting .htaccess files.
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| WordPress | 6.3+ requiredTested up to 6.6.5 |
| PHP | 7.4+ required |
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