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.
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RationalCleanupv1.1.2
Clean up legacy WordPress bloat, improve security, and optimize performance with toggleable, opinionated defaults.
Quickly toggle XML-RPC on/off from your dashboard. Perfect for temporarily enabling access for mobile apps, then securing your site again.
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.
WT Hardeningv1.0.7
WordPress hardening without touching your theme: XML-RPC, user enumeration, login limiter, security headers, strong passwords, event log.
Remove XML-RPC Methodsv1.4.2
Remove all WordPress methods from the XML-RPC API to increase security.
Vortix Web Securityv2.2.0
Free, offline-first WordPress security hardening with 15 configurable protection modules and a 20-point local security scan.
Stop XML-RPC Attacksv2.0.0
Blocks dangerous XML-RPC methods while preserving Jetpack, WooCommerce, and mobile apps compatibility.
WebDoktoru Securityv1.0.2
Simple and effective security measures for your WordPress site. Many security features you can activate with a single click.
Lock down the WordPress comment attack surface with layered protections while preserving existing comment data.