Password protect wp-login.php with HTTP Basic Authentication. Stops bots and brute force attacks at the server, before WordPress even loads.
Alternatives to HTTP Auth
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SeCWurity WP Login protects your login page against different attack types...
Move your login URL, stop brute-force attacks, and send HTTP security headers on every response. Lightweight, cache-friendly, no bloat.
🛡️ Real-time security firewall with IP blocking. Blocks bots, brute force attacks, XSS, and AI scrapers. 10 languages, lightweight, no ads.
Khushal Login Path Guardv2.4.1
Change your WordPress login URL and protect your site from brute-force attacks. Blocks default login paths with 404 errors.
Login Delay Shieldv2.7.0
Login Delay Shield slows down brute-force attacks by adding a configurable delay to failed login attempts while keeping successful logins instant.
Hide wp-admin behind a custom login URL and stop brute-force attacks with two-factor authentication, login limits, IP rules and an activity log.
BrunLabs Sentinel AIv1.0.0
Protect your WordPress site with local security monitoring, Deep Scan, integrity checks, attack detection and multiple defensive layers.
Brute Force Protectorv1.0.0
Protect your WordPress site from brute force attacks, login security threats, and unauthorized access. Limit login attempts, block malicious IPs, and …
IC Security Guardv1.3.0
Protect your site from brute force attacks with hidden login, login lockout, Email OTP 2FA, REST API & XML-RPC hardening, and real-time email alerts.