AWP Disallow Root Control
Disallow access to the root directory via robots.txt with an option to enable or disable.
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AWP Disallow Root Control shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 28/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 2 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.6 (latest is 7.1)
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Rankings
Where AWP Disallow Root Control stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| access-control | >100 |
| robots.txt | >100 |
| search engine optimization | >100 |
| seo | >100 |
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 4 reviews
About AWP Disallow Root Control
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
This plugin allows you to easily control whether search engines are disallowed from accessing the root directory of your WordPress site by modifying the robots.txt file. You can enable or disable this functionality from the “Reading” settings page.
Installation
- Upload the
awp-disallow-root-controlfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to the “Reading” settings page to enable or disable the disallow root functionality.
Frequently asked questions
How do I enable or disable disallowing access to the root directory?
After activating the plugin, go to the “Reading” settings page in WordPress and check the option to enable disallowing access to the root directory. If unchecked, the functionality will be disabled.
Changelog
1.0.0
- Initial release.
1.0.1
- Update plugin comment message, banner and icon.
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FAQ
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Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 2, 2026
Is AWP Disallow Root Control free?
Yes. AWP Disallow Root Control is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is AWP Disallow Root Control safe to use in 2026?
AWP Disallow Root Control shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 28/100 on our health check.
How many websites use AWP Disallow Root Control?
AWP Disallow Root Control is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,209 times since it launched in September 2024. It was downloaded 53 times in the last 30 days.
Does AWP Disallow Root Control work with WordPress 7.1?
AWP Disallow Root Control is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was AWP Disallow Root Control last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on September 20, 2024 (2 years ago).
Who makes AWP Disallow Root Control?
AWP Disallow Root Control is developed and maintained by Algorithus.
What are the best alternatives to AWP Disallow Root Control?
The most popular alternatives to AWP Disallow Root Control are PublishPress Capabilities:… (100K+ installs), Restrict User Access (10K+ installs) and PublishPress Permissions: A… (10K+ installs).
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