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.
Alternatives to WP REST API Meta Endpoints
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Full control over your WordPress REST API. Block, restrict, or whitelist endpoints per user role. Lightweight, fast, zero frontend footprint.
WP REST API – User Metav1.1.1
Enhance WordPress REST API by including configurable user meta fields in post responses without additional API requests.
WPSSO REST APIv3.3.0
Extends the WordPress REST API post, term, and user query results with an array of meta tags and Schema JSON-LD markup.
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.
REST API Manager For ACFv1.0.4
Custom REST API endpoint plugin to return ACF fields, post meta (selected keys), or a mixed object. Fully configurable from the admin settings page.
Expose Advanced Custom Fields in the WordPress REST API with proper access control.
datanephew SEO Bridgev1.0.0
Makes Yoast SEO and Rank Math title, meta description and focus keyword fields writable through the core WordPress REST API.
JSON API Userv4.1.4
Extends the JSON API Plugin to allow RESTful user registration, authentication & many other User Meta, BP functions. A Pro version is also available.
MB Rest APIv2.0.6
Get and update Meta Box custom fields to the WordPress REST API responses.