# HTTP Authentication site lock

> HTTP Authentication site lock has <10 active installs and 168 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** HTTP Authentication site lock shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**Restrict your site from the public while it's in development, staging or maintenance mode.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 2,268
- **Downloads (30 days):** 168 (+7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** May 18, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.1.15
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.4+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Affilipoint (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/rramroop/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/igniterauth/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [authentication](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/authentication/) | >100 | 266 |
| [development](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/development/) | >100 | 169 |
| [noindex](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/noindex/) | #24 | 38 |
| [site lock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/site-lock/) | #2 | 2 |
| [staging](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/staging/) | #42 | 91 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| authentication | >100 | 4,447 |
| development | >100 | 7,656 |
| noindex | >100 | 703 |
| site lock | >100 | 2,159 |
| staging | >100 | 1,538 |

## 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 | 88/100 |
| 4 | [WP-Members Membership Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-members/) | 50K+ | 4.6/5 (272) | Sep 8, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 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 HTTP Authentication site lock free?
Yes. HTTP Authentication site lock is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is HTTP Authentication site lock safe to use in 2026?
HTTP Authentication site lock shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use HTTP Authentication site lock?
HTTP Authentication site lock is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,268 times since it launched in May 2023. It was downloaded 168 times in the last 30 days.

### Does HTTP Authentication site lock work with WordPress 7.1?
HTTP Authentication site lock is officially tested up to WordPress 6.1.15, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does HTTP Authentication site lock need?
HTTP Authentication site lock requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was HTTP Authentication site lock last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on May 18, 2023 (3 years ago).

### Who makes HTTP Authentication site lock?
HTTP Authentication site lock is developed and maintained by Affilipoint.

### What are the best alternatives to HTTP Authentication site lock?
The most popular alternatives to HTTP Authentication site lock are Limit Login Attempts (300K+ installs), WPS Limit Login (100K+ installs) and Two Factor (100K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/igniterauth/ · Generated 2026-10-09 20:04 UTC by PageForge