# IP Dependent Cookies

> IP Dependent Cookies has 10+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 78 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 30/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** IP Dependent Cookies shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

**Each time you login to your blog WordPress creates a session cookie which is used to authenticate you. By default if someone somehow gets your cookies he (or she) is able to use them to compromise your blog (even…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 3,759
- **Downloads (30 days):** 78 (+50% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 30/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2.1
- **Last updated:** Mar 23, 2016
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.4.34
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.9+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Denis V (Artprima) (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/v-media/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ip-dependent-cookies/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [auth](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/auth/) | #19 | 35 |
| [cookies](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cookies/) | #83 | 174 |
| [safety](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/safety/) | #6 | 18 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,587 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| auth | >100 | 1,344 |
| cookies | >100 | 3,185 |
| safety | >100 | 1,810 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [authLdap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/authldap/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (19) | Jul 12, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 2 | [WP BASIC Auth](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-basic-auth/) | 3K+ | 3.6/5 (7) | Nov 22, 2022 | 34/100 |
| 3 | [WP Cron HTTP Auth](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-cron-http-auth/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (17) | Aug 9, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 4 | [WP Cassify](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-cassify/) | 800+ | 5/5 (16) | Jun 17, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 5 | [HTTP Basic Auth](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/http-basic-auth/) | 200+ | 1/5 (1) | Feb 27, 2022 | 21/100 |
| 6 | [Login via Yandex – вход через Яндекс ID](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/login-via-yandex/) | 100+ | 5/5 (5) | Sep 3, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 7 | [VA Simple Basic Auth](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/va-simple-basic-auth/) | 60+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 25, 2016 | 32/100 |
| 8 | [Wp Auth](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-auth/) | 60+ | — | Oct 14, 2012 | 25/100 |
| 9 | [Password Protect Staging](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/password-protect-staging/) | 40+ | 5/5 (2) | Oct 16, 2014 | 31/100 |
| 10 | [MW Auth](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mw-auth/) | 40+ | 5/5 (2) | May 31, 2014 | 31/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is IP Dependent Cookies free?
Yes. IP Dependent Cookies is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is IP Dependent Cookies safe to use in 2026?
IP Dependent Cookies shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use IP Dependent Cookies?
IP Dependent Cookies is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,759 times since it launched in November 2010. It was downloaded 78 times in the last 30 days.

### Does IP Dependent Cookies work with WordPress 7.1?
IP Dependent Cookies is officially tested up to WordPress 4.4.34, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was IP Dependent Cookies last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.1, was released on March 23, 2016 (11 years ago).

### Who makes IP Dependent Cookies?
IP Dependent Cookies is developed and maintained by Denis V (Artprima).

### What are the best alternatives to IP Dependent Cookies?
The most popular alternatives to IP Dependent Cookies are authLdap (4K+ installs), WP BASIC Auth (3K+ installs) and WP Cron HTTP Auth (1K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ip-dependent-cookies/ · Generated 2026-09-29 23:25 UTC by PageForge