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Developer Tools Blocker

This plugin blocks non-admin users from using inspect element, while still allowing access those with manage_options permission.

By SwiftNinjaPro·Block·Free
4.2(15 reviews)
·500 active installs·Updated 3 years ago
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As of April 2026, Developer Tools Blocker is a WordPress block plugin with 500 active installations and a 4.2/5 rating from 15 reviews. It has been downloaded 14K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 3.0.1+ and PHP 5.2.4+. Available on WordPress.org since 2019. Last updated 3 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Spectra Gutenberg Blocks – Website….

4.2/515 reviews
500active installs
14K+total downloads
7 yearssince 2019

Overview

This plugin blocks non-admin users from using inspect element, while still allowing access those with manage_options permission.
The plugin also blocks some of the common keys(f12, ect.) and optionally can block right-clicks for non-admin users.
Admins are unaffected by the plugin entirely. This plugin is also able to block users who open developer tools on another site, before visiting your site.

Version 3.0 update

This plugin is now fast and accurate, and should work on most browsers.
This plugin can detect the browser console based on lag increased by opening the console. This detection is tough for a browser to prevent or get around.
The detection runs fast, and has some resistance to lag spikes.

Lag detection does mean your site needs to have ok performance, but when testing it, I co…

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Ratings & Reviews

4.215 reviews
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Compatibility

WordPress3.0.1+ requiredTested up to 5.8.13
PHP5.2.4+ required

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Frequently Asked Questions

Changelog

3.2.1

Added default option to disable plugin on 404 pages

View full changelog on WordPress.org

Contributors

SwiftNinjaProSwiftNinjaPro
Plugin Info
Version
3.2.1
Last Updated
Nov 9, 2022
WP Requires
3.0.1+
Tested Up To
5.8.13
PHP Requires
5.2.4+
Active Installs
500
Downloads
14K+
Added
Feb 16, 2019
Business
Free

Tags

blockbrowserconsoleelementinspect

Developer

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SwiftNinjaPro
7 plugins0.0M+ total installs
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