Password protect wp-login.php with HTTP Basic Authentication. Stops bots and brute force attacks at the server, before WordPress even loads.
Alternatives to Easy Bruteforce Protect
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Move your login URL, stop brute-force attacks, and send HTTP security headers on every response. Lightweight, cache-friendly, no bloat.
Short Description: Protect your WordPress login from brute-force attacks with IP lock and login attempt limits.
VigiGuard Securityv1.0.0
Simple one-click WordPress security. Protect your site in 30 seconds.
Limit login attempts the smart way: stops password-guessing bots and botnets on wp-login, WooCommerce and XML-RPC, without locking out real people.
Limit login attempts and stop brute force attacks. WordPress security with 2FA, firewall, bot protection, IP blocking, and secure login monitoring.
Free firewall, malware scanner, limit login attempts, 2FA and hide login, plus an attack simulation that proves each protection works.
Stalza Securityv1.3.0
Smart WordPress security without the bloat: integrity, malware, vulnerability and brute-force protection, explained and prioritized.
🛡️ Real-time security firewall with IP blocking. Blocks bots, brute force attacks, XSS, and AI scrapers. 10 languages, lightweight, clean interface.
CoxWallv1.0.1
Professional WordPress security plugin with firewall, brute-force protection, login hardening, security headers, and file integrity monitoring.