Turn Off REST APIv1.1.4
Disable the WordPress REST API for logged out visitors and lock down your /wp-json endpoints, with a per route allow list so you stay in control.
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RESTful JSON APIv0.15.8
40 JSON API endpoints for WordPress content, CPTs, taxonomies, media, comments, widgets, users, JWT login, API keys, CORS, and HTTPS.
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Custom REST API endpoint plugin to return ACF fields, post meta (selected keys), or a mixed object. Fully configurable from the admin settings page.
Code and core Headless Fast API – Standalone, cacheable REST endpoints that skip the core load cyclev1.0.1
Fast, cacheable headless API endpoints answered before the theme, the REST API and WP_Query load.
CuteJsonv1.1.1
Secure, feature-rich WordPress plugin to manage and host JSON files with persistent, scoped REST endpoints. Create your own mock APIs easily.
Expose selected posts & pages as AI-readable endpoints via the Model Context Protocol (MCP) with granular permission control and full CRUD operations.
Infospica Headless APIv1.0.1
WordPress REST API plugin for headless CMS — custom namespace, full CRUD, CPT support, ACF integration, and secure authentication.