# Senpai Software – Two-factor authentication (2FA) with a key file

> Senpai Software has 10+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews and 48 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 30/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Senpai Software shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

**Get strong protection against brute force attacks with unique two-factor authentication.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 3,754
- **Downloads (30 days):** 48 (+92% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 30/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 2.0.1
- **Last updated:** Nov 8, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.4.12
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Serhii Kolomiitsev (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/senpaisoftware/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/senpai-software-2fa/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [2FA](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/2fa/) | #49 | 112 |
| [Brute Force](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/brute-force/) | #59 | 126 |
| [disable xml-rpc](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/disable-xml-rpc/) | #4 | 6 |
| [limit login attempts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/limit-login-attempts/) | #16 | 30 |
| [two factor authentication](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/two-factor-authentication/) | #32 | 70 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| 2FA | >100 | 417 |
| Brute Force | >100 | 688 |
| disable xml-rpc | >100 | 479 |
| limit login attempts | >100 | 680 |
| two factor authentication | >100 | 439 |

## Version adoption

- 2.0: 100%

## 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 (5,018) | Sep 30, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 2 | [Really Simple Security – Simple and Performant Security (formerly Really Simple SSL)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/really-simple-ssl/) | 3M+ | 4.9/5 (8,864) | Sep 15, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 3 | [Limit Login Attempts Security – Login Security, 2FA, Firewall, Brute Force Prevention](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/limit-login-attempts-reloaded/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (1,483) | Sep 23, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 4 | [Two Factor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/two-factor/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (208) | Sep 28, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 5 | [WP 2FA – Two-factor authentication for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-2fa/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (179) | Oct 5, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 6 | [WP Hide & Security Enhancer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-hide-security-enhancer/) | 50K+ | 4.3/5 (275) | Sep 23, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 7 | [Security Plugin, Firewall & Malware Scanner with Auto Removal](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/security-malware-firewall/) | 40K+ | 4.8/5 (392) | Sep 30, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 8 | [Shield Security – Smart Bot Blocking, Brute-Force Login Protection & File Scanning](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-simple-firewall/) | 30K+ | 4.8/5 (1,039) | Sep 21, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [Two Factor Authentication](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/two-factor-authentication/) | 20K+ | 4.4/5 (77) | Aug 13, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 10 | [Login With Ajax – Fast Logins, 2FA, Redirects](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/login-with-ajax/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (166) | May 24, 2026 | 62/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Senpai Software safe to use in 2026?
Senpai Software shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Senpai Software?
Senpai Software is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,754 times since it launched in March 2023. It was downloaded 48 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Senpai Software work with WordPress 7.1?
Senpai Software is officially tested up to WordPress 6.4.12, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Senpai Software need?
Senpai Software requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Senpai Software last updated?
The latest version, 2.0.1, was released on November 8, 2023 (3 years ago).

### Who makes Senpai Software?
Senpai Software is developed and maintained by Serhii Kolomiitsev.

### What are the best alternatives to Senpai Software?
The most popular alternatives to Senpai Software are Wordfence Security (5M+ installs), Really Simple Security (3M+ installs) and Limit Login Attempts Securi… (1M+ installs).


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