# eSherpa Login Guard

> eSherpa Login Guard has <10 active installs and 59 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** eSherpa Login Guard shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 7 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**Intelligent login protection with honeypot detection, WordPress hardening, and a clear security admin overview.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 494
- **Downloads (30 days):** 59 (+78.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 3.0.0
- **Last updated:** Mar 3, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.6+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Ralf Naumann (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/r2d3/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/esherpa-login-guard/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [bot protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/bot-protection/) | #46 | 64 |
| [brute force protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/brute-force-protection/) | #20 | 21 |
| [honeypot](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/honeypot/) | #42 | 58 |
| [login security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/login-security/) | #56 | 111 |
| [wordpress hardening](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wordpress-hardening/) | #2 | 2 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| bot protection | >100 | 1,226 |
| brute force protection | >100 | 487 |
| honeypot | >100 | 824 |
| login security | >100 | 4,268 |
| wordpress hardening | >100 | 2,195 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [ClickCease Click Fraud Protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/clickcease-click-fraud-protection/) | 10K+ | 3/5 (8) | May 7, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 2 | [CHEQ Essentials](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cheq-essentials-go-to-market-security/) | 600+ | — | May 7, 2026 | 42/100 |
| 3 | [Checkout Shield for WooCommerce – Stop Fake Orders, Spam Bots & Card Testing](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/carticy-checkout-shield-for-woocommerce/) | 300+ | 5/5 (5) | Aug 30, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 4 | [Spambargo: Anti-Spam for Forms & Comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/spambargo/) | 100+ | — | Aug 11, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 5 | [Cloud Maestro – WAF Security Suite for Cloudflare](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/waf-security-suite-for-cloudflare/) | 80+ | 5/5 (4) | Aug 28, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 6 | [HSArticle Math CAPTCHA for Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hsarticle-math-captcha-forms/) | 50+ | — | Sep 15, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 7 | [Botfaqtor Code](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/botfaqtor-code/) | 50+ | — | Apr 23, 2025 | 28/100 |
| 8 | [TrustCaptcha](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/trustcaptcha/) | 40+ | — | May 11, 2026 | 45/100 |
| 9 | [HSArticle Login Math Verification](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hsarticle-login-math-verification/) | 40+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 15, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 10 | [WindCodex ScraperBlock – Block AI Scrapers & Bots from WordPress & WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/windcodex-scraperblock/) | 40+ | — | Sep 28, 2026 | 62/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is eSherpa Login Guard free?
Yes. eSherpa Login Guard is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is eSherpa Login Guard safe to use in 2026?
eSherpa Login Guard shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 7 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use eSherpa Login Guard?
eSherpa Login Guard is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 494 times since it launched in December 2025. It was downloaded 59 times in the last 30 days.

### Does eSherpa Login Guard work with WordPress 7.1?
eSherpa Login Guard is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does eSherpa Login Guard need?
eSherpa Login Guard requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was eSherpa Login Guard last updated?
The latest version, 3.0.0, was released on March 3, 2026 (7 months ago).

### Who makes eSherpa Login Guard?
eSherpa Login Guard is developed and maintained by Ralf Naumann.

### What are the best alternatives to eSherpa Login Guard?
The most popular alternatives to eSherpa Login Guard are ClickCease Click Fraud Prot… (10K+ installs), CHEQ Essentials (600+ installs) and Checkout Shield for WooComm… (300+ installs).


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