# RestArmor Security

> RestArmor Security has <10 active installs and 44 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** RestArmor Security 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.

**Advanced security suite. Blocks REST API, disables XML-RPC, prevents user enumeration, and secures endpoints.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 403
- **Downloads (30 days):** 44 (+41.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 2.3
- **Last updated:** Feb 11, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Md. Rakib Ullah (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/rakib417/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/rest-armor-security/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [disable REST API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/disable-rest-api/) | #9 | 9 |
| [protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/protection/) | >100 | 112 |
| [rest-api](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rest-api/) | >100 | 357 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,604 |
| [xml-rpc](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/xml-rpc/) | #33 | 39 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| disable REST API | >100 | 2,369 |
| protection | >100 | 5,563 |
| rest-api | >100 | 7,540 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |
| xml-rpc | >100 | 718 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WPControl – The Easiest Optimization Plugin for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpcontrol/) | 200+ | 4.5/5 (2) | Apr 18, 2022 | 32/100 |
| 2 | [Turn Off REST API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/turn-off-rest-api/) | 100+ | — | Sep 24, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 3 | [MaxtDesign REST API Control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/maxtdesign-rest-api-control/) | 10+ | — | Sep 14, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 4 | [Server Response](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/server-response/) | 10+ | — | Aug 4, 2017 | 23/100 |
| 5 | [WPBuoy Endpoint Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpbuoy-endpoint-manager/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 13, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 6 | [Caledros Helper](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/caledros-helper/) | <10 | — | May 21, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 8 | [Disable Settings For WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-settings-for-wp/) | <10 | — | Jun 1, 2024 | 21/100 |
| 9 | [Disable Services Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-services-manager/) | <10 | — | May 8, 2024 | 21/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is RestArmor Security safe to use in 2026?
RestArmor Security 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 RestArmor Security?
RestArmor Security is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 403 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 44 times in the last 30 days.

### Does RestArmor Security work with WordPress 7.1?
RestArmor Security is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was RestArmor Security last updated?
The latest version, 2.3, was released on February 11, 2026 (8 months ago).

### Who makes RestArmor Security?
RestArmor Security is developed and maintained by Md. Rakib Ullah.

### What are the best alternatives to RestArmor Security?
The most popular alternatives to RestArmor Security are WPControl (200+ installs), Turn Off REST API (100+ installs) and MaxtDesign REST API Control (10+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rest-armor-security/ · Generated 2026-10-04 06:57 UTC by PageForge