# Token Access

> Token Access has 10+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 2 reviews and 69 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 33/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Token Access shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 33/100 on our health check.

**This plugin will limit access to the site. Only visitors with a cookie token will be able to access the public website. Visitors without the cookie will see a “coming soon” style of page.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 6,508
- **Downloads (30 days):** 69 (+86.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 33/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.8.2
- **Last updated:** Jul 3, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.6.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Anthony (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ajferg/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/token-access/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [access](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/access/) | #31 | 83 |
| [cookie](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cookie/) | >100 | 177 |
| [private](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/private/) | #74 | 86 |
| [public](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/public/) | #8 | 11 |
| [whitelist](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/whitelist/) | #9 | 15 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| access | >100 | 10,000 |
| cookie | >100 | 3,224 |
| private | >100 | 5,040 |
| public | >100 | 10,000 |
| whitelist | >100 | 1,024 |

## Version adoption

- 1.8: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Loginizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/loginizer/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (1,033) | Sep 28, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 2 | [User Role Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/user-role-editor/) | 700K+ | 4.5/5 (288) | Sep 25, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 3 | [Members – Membership & User Role Editor Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/members/) | 300K+ | 4.9/5 (1,280) | Aug 25, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [Remove Dashboard Access](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/remove-dashboard-access-for-non-admins/) | 30K+ | 4.6/5 (78) | May 22, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 5 | [User Access Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/user-access-manager/) | 10K+ | 4.4/5 (112) | Sep 10, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 6 | [Groups – Memberships and Access Control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/groups/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (382) | Sep 24, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 7 | [Controlled Admin Access](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/controlled-admin-access/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (45) | Aug 20, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Membership Form Shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-membership-form-shortcode/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 21, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 9 | [Authenticator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/authenticator/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (8) | Jan 21, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 10 | [Groups 404 Redirect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/groups-404-redirect/) | 1K+ | 4.6/5 (10) | Sep 25, 2026 | 80/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Token Access safe to use in 2026?
Token Access shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 33/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Token Access?
Token Access is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,508 times since it launched in August 2010. It was downloaded 69 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Token Access work with WordPress 7.1?
Token Access is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was Token Access last updated?
The latest version, 1.8.2, was released on July 3, 2025 (1 year ago).

### Who makes Token Access?
Token Access is developed and maintained by Anthony.

### What are the best alternatives to Token Access?
The most popular alternatives to Token Access are Loginizer (1M+ installs), User Role Editor (700K+ installs) and Members (300K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/token-access/ · Generated 2026-10-06 20:39 UTC by PageForge