# HeadlessKey – JWT Auth

> HeadlessKey – JWT Auth has <10 active installs and 69 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** HeadlessKey – JWT Auth shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**A complete authentication solution for Headless WordPress applications using JWT, supporting Registration, SSO, RBAC, and advanced Security features.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 498
- **Downloads (30 days):** 69 (+50% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Feb 8, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Hidayat Mahetar (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/hidayatsafewp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/headlesskey-jwt-auth/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [authentication](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/authentication/) | >100 | 264 |
| [headless](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/headless/) | #69 | 86 |
| [jwt](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/jwt/) | #19 | 27 |
| [rest-api](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rest-api/) | >100 | 357 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,605 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| authentication | >100 | 4,351 |
| headless | >100 | 473 |
| jwt | #25 | 284 |
| rest-api | >100 | 7,538 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Limit Login Attempts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/limit-login-attempts/) | 300K+ | 4.6/5 (202) | Apr 4, 2023 | 48/100 |
| 2 | [WPS Limit Login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wps-limit-login/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (83) | Sep 18, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 3 | [Two Factor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/two-factor/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (208) | Sep 28, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 4 | [WP-Members Membership Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-members/) | 50K+ | 4.6/5 (273) | Sep 8, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 5 | [Google Authenticator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-authenticator/) | 20K+ | 4.3/5 (135) | Aug 23, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 6 | [miniOrange 2FA – Two Factor Authentication for WordPress (OTP, SMS, Email, Google Authenticator)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/miniorange-2-factor-authentication/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (385) | Oct 1, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 7 | [WP Limit Login Attempts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-limit-login-attempts/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (300) | Sep 15, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 8 | [Login for Google Apps by WPAuth](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-apps-login/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (64) | Sep 29, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 9 | [Login by Auth0](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auth0/) | 10K+ | 3.1/5 (18) | Jul 12, 2024 | 34/100 |
| 10 | [Two Factor (2FA) Authentication via Email](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/two-factor-2fa-via-email/) | 9K+ | 5/5 (4) | Sep 11, 2026 | 83/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is HeadlessKey – JWT Auth free?
Yes. HeadlessKey – JWT Auth is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is HeadlessKey – JWT Auth safe to use in 2026?
HeadlessKey – JWT Auth shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use HeadlessKey – JWT Auth?
HeadlessKey – JWT Auth is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 498 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 69 times in the last 30 days.

### Does HeadlessKey – JWT Auth work with WordPress 7.1?
HeadlessKey – JWT Auth is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does HeadlessKey – JWT Auth need?
HeadlessKey – JWT Auth requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was HeadlessKey – JWT Auth last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on February 8, 2026 (8 months ago).

### Who makes HeadlessKey – JWT Auth?
HeadlessKey – JWT Auth is developed and maintained by Hidayat Mahetar.

### What are the best alternatives to HeadlessKey – JWT Auth?
The most popular alternatives to HeadlessKey – JWT Auth are Limit Login Attempts (300K+ installs), WPS Limit Login (100K+ installs) and Two Factor (100K+ installs).


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