WP REST API Key Authentication
A simple plugin to add API key-based authentication to the WordPress REST API. Manage multiple API keys and secure your REST API endpoints.
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·20 active installs·Updated 1 year agoAs of April 2026, WP REST API Key Authentication is a WordPress API key plugin with 20 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 996 times in total. Requires WordPress 5.0+ and PHP 7.2+. Available on WordPress.org since 2025. Last updated 1 year ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: JWT Authentication for WP REST APIs.
0/5Rating
20active installs
996total downloads
1 yearsince 2025
Overview
WP REST API Key Authentication adds a simple API key-based authentication method to the WordPress REST API. This plugin is perfect for developers who want to interact with the REST API securely without relying on complex OAuth authentication mechanisms.
Key Features:
- Multiple API Keys: Create and manage multiple API keys with custom names.
- Secure API Key Storage: API keys are hashed and securely stored in the WordPress database.
- Single Display for Security: API keys are shown only once after creation.
- REST API Access Control: Authenticate requests by including an API key in the
Authorizationheader. - Admin Interface: Manage API keys with a user-friendly admin page.
- Copy to Clipboard Popup: Easily copy generated API keys with a built-in popup.
The plugin is lightweight and integrates seam…
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Compatibility
| WordPress | 5.0+ requiredTested up to 6.7.5 |
| PHP | 7.2+ required |
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Changelog
1.0
- Initial release.
- Added support for API key creation and deletion.
- Added REST API authentication using API keys.
- Added popup with “Copy to Clipboard” functionality for generated API keys.
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