Login Defender
Login Defender enhances your WordPress site’s security by allowing you to change the default login URL and block direct access to wp-login.php. It also logs unauthorized login attempts with IP address, browser, and…
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Login Defender shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Rankings
Where Login Defender stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| activity | >100 |
| admin | >100 |
| login | >100 |
| security | >100 |
| users | >100 |
About Login Defender
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
Login Defender enhances your WordPress site’s security by allowing you to change the default login URL and block direct access to wp-login.php. It also logs unauthorized login attempts with IP address, browser, and timestamp for tracking purposes. Includes stats and the ability to reset logs from the admin dashboard.
Features
- Change default login URL to a custom slug
- Block access to wp-login.php and wp-admin (if not logged in)
- Track failed login access attempts (IP, time, browser)
- View login attempt statistics: last 24h, 7d, 1m, 3m, 6m, 1y
- Clear/reset login attempt logs with one click
- Improved security against brute-force login attacks
How to use ?
Configure Settings
1. Go to Settings > Login Defender
2. Enable the switch: “Enable Custom Login URL”
3. Enter a slug like my-login (allowed: letters, numbers, _, -)
4. Save settings
Access Your New Login Page
– Example: https://yourdomain.com/mylogin
Monitor Attempts
– See login attempt stats at the top of the settings page
– Click “Clear Logs” to reset tracking data
Installation
Installation from within WordPress
- Visit Plugins > Add New Plugin.
- Search for Login Defender.
- Install and activate the Login Defender plugin.
Or Manual installation
- Upload the entire
login-defenderfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Visit Plugins.
- Activate Login Defender plugin.
Frequently asked questions
What happens to wp-login.php after enabling the plugin?
When enabled, direct access to wp-login.php is blocked. Only the custom login URL you define will work. This prevents bots and attackers from targeting the default login URL.
Can I still access wp-admin directly?
If you are not logged in, direct access to /wp-admin/ will redirect you to the custom login URL. After logging in, /wp-admin/ works normally.
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FAQ
Login Defender: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 27, 2026
Is Login Defender free?
Yes. Login Defender is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Login Defender safe to use in 2026?
Login Defender shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Login Defender?
Login Defender is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,168 times since it launched in June 2025. It was downloaded 185 times in the last 30 days.
Does Login Defender work with WordPress 7.1?
Login Defender is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Login Defender need?
Login Defender requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Login Defender last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on June 21, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Login Defender?
Login Defender is developed and maintained by Amzil Ayoub.
What are the best alternatives to Login Defender?
The most popular alternatives to Login Defender are Simple History (300K+ installs), BuddyPress Group Email Subs… (1K+ installs) and Counter-Hits (1K+ installs).
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