Remove XML-RPC Methodsv1.4.2
Remove all WordPress methods from the XML-RPC API to increase security.
Alternatives to Control XML-RPC publishing
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Selective maintenance and service-status control for WordPress. Keep unaffected parts online with up to three independent Service Zones.
Simple Disable XML-RPCv1.4.1
Safely disable XML-RPC, block attacks with HTTP 403, stop pingback DDoS, and protect your WordPress site with a single click.
Quickly toggle XML-RPC on/off from your dashboard. Perfect for temporarily enabling access for mobile apps, then securing your site again.
Stop XML-RPC Attacksv2.0.0
Blocks dangerous XML-RPC methods while preserving Jetpack, WooCommerce, and mobile apps compatibility.
Modern role editor, multiple roles, content control and smart role rules for WordPress.
Authyo Passwordless Loginv1.0.11
WordPress login security with brute-force protection, IP manager, security logs, XML-RPC protection, REST API protection, and passwordless OTP login.
Check plugin compatibility and repository health, track updates, roll back WordPress.org plugins, and download installed versions as ZIP files.
HSArticle Login Wardenv1.0.0
Hide your login URL and stop leaking your admin usernames. Custom login URL, XML-RPC lockdown, and enumeration blocking.
Poke Monitorv1.0.0
See who is poking your site: Cloudflare bypasses, secret-file scans, backdoor access, XML-RPC abuse and scanner user agents.