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Nextfly Domain Restricted Access

Restrict access to post and page based on authorized email domains. Users verify identity via secure email links.

Active installs<10New
Downloads · 30d107▲ +181.6% vs prev. 30d
Rating—0 reviews
Health score64/100Good
All-time downloads463Since Mar 2026
Support resolved—No recent threads
RequiresWP 5.8PHP 7.4+
Downloads · 7d19▼ -69.8% week over week
Our verdict

Solid choice

Nextfly Domain Restricted Access is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

  • Actively developed — last update 2 weeks ago
  • Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
  • Small user base (<10 active installs)
  • Very few reviews so far

How does it stack up?

Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support

Daily downloads

71523Jul 1Aug 14Sep 28
Yesterday0
Daily average (1y)2
Peak day32Mar 19, 2026
Last 12 months470

Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.

Rankings

Where Nextfly Domain Restricted A… stands today

WordPress.org search rankings

Live position in the plugin search, top 100
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access-control >100 6,853 Best access-control plugins →
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About Nextfly Domain Restricted Access

From the official readme · v1.0.1

Description

Nextfly Domain Restricted Access allows you to restrict post and page access to specific email domains. Users must validate their email address via a unique magic link sent to their inbox.

This plugin is perfect for internal company portals, client-specific pages, or any content that should be accessible only to users with a specific email domain (e.g., @company.com).

Key Features:
* Domain-Based Restriction: Easily whitelist email domains for any post or page.
* Secure Magic Links: Users receive a time-sensitive, one-time-use access link via email.
* No Passwords Required: Simplifies user experience by eliminating the need for passwords.
* Customizable Emails: Configure the email subject and body template.
* Cookie-Based Access: Set how long access remains valid (default: 7 days).
* Developer Friendly: Includes hooks for extending functionality.

Usage

To Protect a Post/Page:
1. Edit any post or page you want to protect.
2. Look for the “Nextfly Domain Restricted Access” metabox in the sidebar.
3. Enter the authorized email domains (one per line, e.g., company.com).
4. Update or Publish the post.

To Configure Settings:
1. Navigate to Settings > Nextfly Domain Restricted Access.
2. Customize the email subject and body (use %access_link% as a placeholder).
3. Set the cookie duration (how long a user stays logged in).
4. Select the Redirect Page (where users are sent to login).

Developers

The plugin includes hooks to extend its functionality.

Filters:
nfdra_post_types – Add support for custom post types.
nfdra_email_headers – Modify email headers (e.g., add BCC).

Actions:
nfdra_before_send_email – Fires before email is sent.
nfdra_after_send_email – Fires after email is sent.
nfdra_access_granted – Fires when user is granted access.
nfdra_access_denied – Fires when access token is invalid.

Installation

  1. Upload the nextfly-domain-restricted-access folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
  3. Go to Settings > Nextfly Domain Restricted Access to configure the plugin.
  4. Create a dedicated page and add the [nextfly_domain_restricted_access] shortcode. This page will display the email input form.
  5. In the plugin settings, set this new page as the “Redirect Page”.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use this for multiple domains?

Yes! You can enter multiple authorized domains for a single post/page, one per line.

How long does the access link last?

The magic link itself expires after 24 hours or after a single use. Once used, a cookie is set for the user, which remains valid based on your “Cookie Duration” setting (default 7 days).

Does this work with custom post types?

Yes, but you need to enable it. Use the nfdra_post_types filter to add your custom post type slug to the supported list. See the “Developers” section for details.

Changelog

1.0.1

  • Fix: The email form page now redirects and returns 404 before any output, avoiding “headers already sent” errors on classic themes.
  • Fix: The email form is now detected on Elementor pages, so its scripts load and redirects work even without a Redirect Page set.
  • Tested up to WordPress 7.1.

1.0.0

  • Initial release.

Full changelog on WordPress.org →

Screenshots

Settings Page: Configure email templates and cookie duration.
Settings Page: Configure email templates and cookie duration.
Metabox: Easily add authorized domains to any post or page.
Metabox: Easily add authorized domains to any post or page.
Frontend Form: The clean, simple email request form presented to users.
Frontend Form: The clean, simple email request form presented to users.

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FAQ

Nextfly Domain Restricted Access: quick answers

Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.

Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 29, 2026

Is Nextfly Domain Restricted Access free?

Yes. Nextfly Domain Restricted Access is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

Is Nextfly Domain Restricted Access safe to use in 2026?

Nextfly Domain Restricted Access is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

How many websites use Nextfly Domain Restricted Access?

Nextfly Domain Restricted Access is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 463 times since it launched in March 2026. It was downloaded 107 times in the last 30 days.

Does Nextfly Domain Restricted Access work with WordPress 7.1?

Yes. The developer has tested Nextfly Domain Restricted Access up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.8 or newer.

What PHP version does Nextfly Domain Restricted Access need?

Nextfly Domain Restricted Access requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

When was Nextfly Domain Restricted Access last updated?

The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on September 16, 2026 (2 weeks ago).

Who makes Nextfly Domain Restricted Access?

Nextfly Domain Restricted Access is developed and maintained by NEXTFLY® Web Design.

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