# ProLocker

> ProLocker has <10 active installs and 152 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** ProLocker shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**Plugin that enables content sharing by means of social unlocking. It allows you to lock content you deem interesting and then allowing your public to unlock said content by sharing the URL of your website along with a…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 4,251
- **Downloads (30 days):** 152 (-5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1.1
- **Last updated:** Jun 1, 2020
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.4.24
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0.0+, PHP 5.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** frontierthemes (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/frontierthemes/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/pro-locker/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [lock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/lock/) | #23 | 23 |
| [locking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/locking/) | #2 | 2 |
| [share](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/share/) | >100 | 254 |
| [Viral](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/viral/) | #7 | 7 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| lock | >100 | 2,788 |
| locking | >100 | 574 |
| share | >100 | 7,191 |
| Viral | #79 | 113 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Post Lockdown](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-lockdown/) | 1K+ | 4.6/5 (9) | Sep 10, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 2 | [Wbcom Designs – Private Community for BuddyPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lock-my-bp/) | 300+ | 4.9/5 (25) | Nov 28, 2025 | 58/100 |
| 3 | [Lock Your Updates Plugins/Themes Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lock-your-updates/) | 300+ | 5/5 (5) | Mar 22, 2015 | 38/100 |
| 4 | [Lock Reusable Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lock-reusable-blocks/) | 200+ | 5/5 (6) | Jun 28, 2022 | 38/100 |
| 5 | [bbPress Protected Forums](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bbpress-protected-forums/) | 90+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 20, 2012 | 32/100 |
| 6 | [Screen Stay Awake](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/screen-stay-awake/) | 60+ | 5/5 (6) | May 20, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 7 | [Lockee](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lockee/) | 50+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 21, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 8 | [Zedna Maintenance Mode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zedna-maintenance-mode/) | 30+ | — | Mar 12, 2020 | 24/100 |
| 9 | [Disable Post Locking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-post-locking/) | 20+ | 4.5/5 (2) | Sep 20, 2013 | 30/100 |
| 10 | [WP Term Locks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-term-locks/) | 10+ | — | Oct 11, 2026 | 66/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is ProLocker safe to use in 2026?
ProLocker shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ProLocker?
ProLocker is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,251 times since it launched in May 2020. It was downloaded 152 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ProLocker work with WordPress 7.1?
ProLocker is officially tested up to WordPress 5.4.24, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does ProLocker need?
ProLocker requires PHP 5.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was ProLocker last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on June 1, 2020 (6 years ago).

### Who makes ProLocker?
ProLocker is developed and maintained by frontierthemes.

### What are the best alternatives to ProLocker?
The most popular alternatives to ProLocker are Post Lockdown (1K+ installs), Wbcom Designs (300+ installs) and Lock Your Updates Plugins/T… (300+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pro-locker/ · Generated 2026-10-24 22:00 UTC by PageForge