# OWS IP & Country Block

> OWS IP & Country Block has <10 active installs and 66 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 55/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** OWS IP & Country Block works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

**OWS IP & Country Block is a powerful WordPress plugin that allows you to block users based on their IP addresses and countries. This plugin helps enhance your website security by preventing access from unwanted sources.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 192
- **Downloads (30 days):** 66 (+22.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 55/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** Jul 27, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Abu Nawim (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/abunawim/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ip-and-country-block/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [access-control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/access-control/) | >100 | 115 |
| [country blocking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/country-blocking/) | #6 | 6 |
| [firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/firewall/) | >100 | 209 |
| [IP-blocking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ip-blocking/) | #18 | 21 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,616 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| access-control | >100 | 7,032 |
| country blocking | >100 | 567 |
| firewall | >100 | 1,006 |
| IP-blocking | >100 | 1,166 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [PublishPress Capabilities: User Role Access Control, Admin Area Permissions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/capability-manager-enhanced/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (143) | Sep 22, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 2 | [Restrict User Access – Ultimate Membership & Content Protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/restrict-user-access/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (94) | Aug 27, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 3 | [PublishPress Permissions: Access Control, Content Permissions, User Access](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/press-permit-core/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (66) | Sep 21, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 4 | [Groups – Memberships and Access Control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/groups/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (382) | Sep 24, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 5 | [SureMembers – Membership & Content Restriction Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/suremembers-core/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 8, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 6 | [Quick Download Button](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quick-download-button/) | 2K+ | 4.6/5 (12) | May 6, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 7 | [SimpleShop](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simpleshop-cz/) | 1K+ | — | Aug 25, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 8 | [Menu By User Roles](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/menu-by-user-roles/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (3) | Oct 2, 2025 | 43/100 |
| 9 | [Groups 404 Redirect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/groups-404-redirect/) | 1K+ | 4.6/5 (10) | Sep 25, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 10 | [Geo Blocker – Control Site Access by Region and IP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/geo-blocker/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (1) | May 18, 2025 | 32/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is OWS IP & Country Block free?
Yes. OWS IP & Country Block is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is OWS IP & Country Block safe to use in 2026?
OWS IP & Country Block works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use OWS IP & Country Block?
OWS IP & Country Block is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 192 times since it launched in July 2026. It was downloaded 66 times in the last 30 days.

### Does OWS IP & Country Block work with WordPress 7.1?
OWS IP & Country Block is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does OWS IP & Country Block need?
OWS IP & Country Block requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was OWS IP & Country Block last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on July 27, 2026 (2 months ago).

### Who makes OWS IP & Country Block?
OWS IP & Country Block is developed and maintained by Abu Nawim.

### What are the best alternatives to OWS IP & Country Block?
The most popular alternatives to OWS IP & Country Block are PublishPress Capabilities:… (100K+ installs), Restrict User Access (10K+ installs) and PublishPress Permissions: A… (10K+ installs).


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