Full control over your WordPress REST API. Block, restrict, or whitelist endpoints per user role. Lightweight, fast, zero frontend footprint.
Alternatives to VG Block REST API
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WordPress plugins with similar use cases
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Birim REST Lockv1.0.0
Lock the WordPress REST API for logged-out visitors. Allowlist routes, stop username enumeration, import from Disable REST API.
Secure and protect WordPress REST API from unauthorized access using JWT token, Basic Authentication, API Key, OAuth 2, or external token.
REST API and MCP access control: disable REST API routes for guests, limit AI agents and application passwords, see which plugin opened each door.
Advanced security suite. Blocks REST API, disables XML-RPC, prevents user enumeration, and secures endpoints.
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.
Control WordPress REST API access by requiring user authentication with API key system.
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.
Hungry REST API Monitorv1.0.4
Monitor WordPress REST API requests with detailed analytics, performance metrics, and beautiful visualizations. Full WooCommerce support included.
Caledros Helperv1.0.1
Adds an Admin Menu that allows removing the default block patterns. It also allows deactivating the WordPress REST API for non-authenticated users.