# Really Simple Firewall Sync

> Really Simple Firewall Sync has <10 active installs and 55 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Really Simple Firewall Sync shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**Import and export blocked user agents for Really Simple Security (Pro & Multisite).**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 461
- **Downloads (30 days):** 55 (+41% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** Feb 20, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Icarez (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/icarez/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/really-simple-firewall-sync/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/firewall/) | >100 | 219 |
| [import-export](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/import-export/) | #10 | 10 |
| [rsssl](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rsssl/) | #1 | 1 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,663 |
| [user agent](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/user-agent/) | #15 | 17 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| firewall | >100 | 1,070 |
| import-export | >100 | 4,421 |
| rsssl | #1 | 1 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |
| user agent | >100 | 3,817 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Wordfence Security – Firewall, Malware Scan, and Login Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wordfence/) | 5M+ | 4.7/5 (5,025) | Sep 30, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 2 | [Limit Login Attempts Security – Login Security, 2FA, Firewall, Brute Force Prevention](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/limit-login-attempts-reloaded/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (1,485) | Sep 23, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 3 | [Security Optimizer – The All-In-One Protection Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sg-security/) | 1M+ | 4.5/5 (157) | Oct 14, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 4 | [All-In-One Security (AIOS) – Security and Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/all-in-one-wp-security-and-firewall/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,717) | Sep 17, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 5 | [Sucuri Security – Auditing, Malware Scanner and Security Hardening](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sucuri-scanner/) | 600K+ | 4.2/5 (384) | Sep 9, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 6 | [MalCare WordPress Security Plugin – Malware Scanner, Cleaner, Security Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/malcare-security/) | 100K+ | 4.4/5 (556) | Sep 17, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 7 | [Anti-Malware Security and Brute-Force Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gotmls/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (783) | Jun 29, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 8 | [BBQ Firewall – Fast & Powerful Firewall Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/block-bad-queries/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (160) | Aug 9, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 9 | [NinjaFirewall (WP Edition) – Advanced Security Plugin and Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ninjafirewall/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (220) | Oct 6, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 10 | [Login Lockdown & Protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/login-lockdown/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (61) | Oct 6, 2026 | 93/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Really Simple Firewall Sync free?
Yes. Really Simple Firewall Sync is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Really Simple Firewall Sync safe to use in 2026?
Really Simple Firewall Sync shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Really Simple Firewall Sync?
Really Simple Firewall Sync is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 461 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 55 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Really Simple Firewall Sync work with WordPress 7.1?
Really Simple Firewall Sync is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Really Simple Firewall Sync need?
Really Simple Firewall Sync requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Really Simple Firewall Sync last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on February 20, 2026 (8 months ago).

### Who makes Really Simple Firewall Sync?
Really Simple Firewall Sync is developed and maintained by Icarez.

### What are the best alternatives to Really Simple Firewall Sync?
The most popular alternatives to Really Simple Firewall Sync are Wordfence Security (5M+ installs), Limit Login Attempts Securi… (1M+ installs) and Security Optimizer (1M+ installs).


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