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Disable Settings For WP

Disable Settings For WP is a WordPress plugin that allows you to disable right-click functionality, REST API and hide the admin bar in your WordPress site. This plugin provides an easy way to customize the user…

Active installs<10New
Downloads · 30d71▲ +39.2% vs prev. 30d
Rating—0 reviews
Health score21/100At risk
All-time downloads1.4KSince Oct 2023
Support resolved—No recent threads
RequiresWP 5.2PHP 5.6+
Downloads · 7d18▼ -5.3% week over week
Our verdict

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Disable Settings For WP shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 21/100 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 6.5 (latest is 7.1)

How does it stack up?

Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support

Daily downloads

135Jul 6Aug 19Oct 3
Yesterday0
Daily average (1y)2
Peak day12May 19, 2026
Last 12 months571

Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.

Rankings

Where Disable Settings For WP stands today

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Live position in the plugin search, top 100
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About Disable Settings For WP

From the official readme · v1.2

Description

Disable Settings For WP is a WordPress plugin that allows you to disable right-click functionality, REST API and hide the admin bar in your WordPress site. This plugin provides an easy way to customize the user experience on your website by preventing unwanted actions and improving security.

Features

  • Disable right-click functionality on your site.
  • Hide the WordPress admin bar for specific user roles.
  • Disable REST API access.

Usage

  1. Navigate to “Settings” > “Disable Settings” in your WordPress dashboard.
  2. Configure the options according to your preferences:
    • Disable Right Click: Check this option to disable right-click functionality on your site.
    • Hide Topbar Panel: Check this option to hide the WordPress admin bar.
    • Disable REST API: Check this option to Disable REST API.
  3. Click the “Save Changes” button to save your settings.

Support

If you encounter any issues or have questions about using the Disable Settings For WP plugin, please visit the support forum.

License

This plugin is licensed under the GNU General Public License, version 2 (GPL-2.0). See the License for more details.

Installation

  1. Upload the disable-settings-for-wp folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory or install it directly from the WordPress Plugin Repository.

    Option 1: Manual Installation

    • Download the plugin ZIP file from the WordPress Plugin Repository.
    • Extract the contents of the ZIP file.
    • Upload the disable-settings-for-wp folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory using FTP or your hosting provider’s file manager.

    Option 2: Installation via WordPress Dashboard (Recommended)

    • Go to your WordPress Dashboard.
    • Navigate to “Plugins” > “Add New.”
    • Search for “Disable Settings For WP.”
    • Click “Install Now” and then activate the plugin.
  2. After installation, go to the “Disable Settings” menu under “Settings” in your WordPress dashboard to configure the plugin settings.

Frequently asked questions

How can I restore right-click functionality on my site?

To restore right-click functionality, simply uncheck the “Enable Right-Click Disabling” option in the plugin settings and save your changes.

How can I bring back the WordPress admin bar?

If you have hidden the admin bar and want to show it again, uncheck the “Hide Topbar Panel” option in the plugin settings and save your changes.

Changelog

1.2

  • Support with WordPress 6.5

1.0.2

  • Support with WordPress 6.4

1.0.1

  • Enhancement – Added option to disable REST API.

1.0.0

  • Initial release.

Full changelog on WordPress.org →

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FAQ

Disable Settings For WP: quick answers

Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.

Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 4, 2026

Is Disable Settings For WP free?

Yes. Disable Settings For WP is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

Is Disable Settings For WP safe to use in 2026?

Disable Settings For WP shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

How many websites use Disable Settings For WP?

Disable Settings For WP is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,371 times since it launched in October 2023. It was downloaded 71 times in the last 30 days.

Does Disable Settings For WP work with WordPress 7.1?

Disable Settings For WP is officially tested up to WordPress 6.5.12, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

What PHP version does Disable Settings For WP need?

Disable Settings For WP requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

When was Disable Settings For WP last updated?

The latest version, 1.2, was released on June 1, 2024 (2 years ago).

Who makes Disable Settings For WP?

Disable Settings For WP is developed and maintained by Harsh Gajipara.

What are the best alternatives to Disable Settings For WP?

The most popular alternatives to Disable Settings For WP are WPControl (200+ installs), Turn Off REST API (100+ installs) and MaxtDesign REST API Control (10+ installs).

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