A WordPress Admin URL Masking Plugin with optional IP-based whitelisting to limit access to allowed IPs only.
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Automatically adds target="_blank" and rel="noopener noreferrer" to external links in post content to improve user experience and security.
Conceal the standard WordPress login endpoints behind a tested private URL with reliable recovery controls.
WP Image Maskv3.1.4
This plugin adds the ability to set a mask to Gutenberg's image block or via shortcode [wp-image-mask].
Open external links in a new window or new tab. SEO optimized and XHTML Strict compliant.
Cloak your WooCommerce external & affiliate links.
Eyes Onlyv1.0.10
The ultimate tool for publishing your private thoughts in public
Adds a phone field with country mask and validation to Contact Form 7. 130+ country masks, one per form.
WebberZone Link Warningsv1.7.0
Add accessible warnings for external links and target="_blank" links in WordPress — using icons, modals, or redirect screens.
Login Armorv2.10.1
Thirteen security modules + AI briefing: hide login, request firewall, brute force, 2FA, password policy, sessions, hardening, audit log. No upsells.