# Disable Post Locking

> Disable Post Locking has 20+ active installs, a 4.5/5 rating from 2 reviews and 56 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 30/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Disable Post Locking shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 4.5/5 and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

**Disables automatic post locking so multiple users can open the same post in the administration panel.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 2,710
- **Downloads (30 days):** 56 (+64.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.5/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 30/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 20, 2013
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.6.1
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Bryan Petty (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/bpetty/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/disable-post-locking/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [lock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/lock/) | #9 | 23 |
| [post lock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post-lock/) | #1 | 5 |
| [post locking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post-locking/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| lock | >100 | 2,546 |
| post lock | >100 | 1,644 |
| post locking | >100 | 348 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Post Lockdown](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-lockdown/) | 1K+ | 4.6/5 (9) | Sep 10, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 2 | [Wbcom Designs – Private Community for BuddyPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lock-my-bp/) | 300+ | 4.9/5 (25) | Nov 28, 2025 | 58/100 |
| 3 | [Lock Your Updates Plugins/Themes Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lock-your-updates/) | 300+ | 5/5 (5) | Mar 22, 2015 | 38/100 |
| 4 | [Lock Reusable Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lock-reusable-blocks/) | 200+ | 5/5 (6) | Jun 28, 2022 | 38/100 |
| 5 | [bbPress Protected Forums](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bbpress-protected-forums/) | 90+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 20, 2012 | 32/100 |
| 6 | [Screen Stay Awake](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/screen-stay-awake/) | 80+ | 5/5 (6) | May 20, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 7 | [Lockee](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lockee/) | 50+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 21, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 8 | [Zedna Maintenance Mode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zedna-maintenance-mode/) | 30+ | — | Mar 12, 2020 | 24/100 |
| 10 | [Lock Login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lock-login/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 4, 2023 | 30/100 |
| 11 | [WP Term Locks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-term-locks/) | 10+ | — | Oct 10, 2026 | 48/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Disable Post Locking free?
Yes. Disable Post Locking is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Disable Post Locking safe to use in 2026?
Disable Post Locking shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 4.5/5 and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Disable Post Locking?
Disable Post Locking is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,710 times since it launched in September 2013. It was downloaded 56 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Disable Post Locking work with WordPress 7.1?
Disable Post Locking is officially tested up to WordPress 3.6.1, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Disable Post Locking last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on September 20, 2013 (13 years ago).

### Who makes Disable Post Locking?
Disable Post Locking is developed and maintained by Bryan Petty.

### What are the best alternatives to Disable Post Locking?
The most popular alternatives to Disable Post Locking are Post Lockdown (1K+ installs), Wbcom Designs (300+ installs) and Lock Your Updates Plugins/T… (300+ installs).


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