HTTP Authentication site lock
Restrict your site from the public while it's in development, staging or maintenance mode.
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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.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 3 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.1 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where HTTP Authentication site lo… stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| authentication | >100 |
| development | >100 |
| noindex | >100 |
| site lock | >100 |
| staging | >100 |
About HTTP Authentication site lock
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
IgniterAuth protects your website from the being accessible to the public and bots. It’s particularly useful when deploying beta or staging environments to make the site inaccessible to the public and also protect it from being crawled and indexed by search bots.
Features
Plugin featured overview:
- Works with any WordPress theme
- Visible only to non logged in users
- Give your users access using a custom username/password or by using the WP site credentials.
- Enable ‘noindex’ meta tags and ‘X-Robots-Tag: noindex’ in the header of your site
- Translation ready
Notes
Our aim is to help you get the most out of your WordPress site both with our Plugins and Themes.
If you feel that we have achieved this by using this plugin, please leave us a review. We appreciate it very much and your feedback helps us develop better plugins and themes.
Thank you
James
Privacy Statement
This plugin does not collect any personal information about you. When you activate, disactivate and remove the plugin a ping is sent to our server for usage statistics.
Frequently asked questions
I have activated the plugin, but my site does not appear to be locked.
After activation of the plugin logged in users won’t be asked to authenticate again. The authentication dialog will appear for non logged in users.
I see the authentication dialog. What is the username and password?
With the default plugin settings, you can login using your WP site user credentials. If you have set a custom username and password, then you need to use those credentials.
Will search engines still be able to index my site while this plugin is active?
No, your site will not be visible to search engines. Once you deactivate this plugin, search engines will be able to index your site again.
Is this plugin free?
Yes absolutely. This plugin is free and will remain free forever
Can I change the plugin code to suit my needs?
Yes, you are welcome to modify it as you see fit.
Where can I suggest a new feature or report a bug?
Please use the issue tracker on the GitHub repo as it’s easier to keep track of issues there, rather than on the wordpress.org support forums.
How do I install the plugin?
Download the zip file from the repository Login to your WordPress admin dashboard Go to “Plugins” -> “Add New” Upload the zip file and WordPress will install the plugin Activate the plugin to password protect your site
Do you accept donations?
No, we do not accept donations. If you like the plugin, I would love for you to leave a review or tell all your friends about the plugin too.
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FAQ
HTTP Authentication site lock: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 9, 2026
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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