# Turn Off REST API

> Turn Off REST API has 100+ active installs and 343 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 68/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Turn Off REST API is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 68/100 on our health check.

**Disable the WordPress REST API for logged out visitors and lock down your /wp-json endpoints, with a per route allow list so you stay in control.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 3,820
- **Downloads (30 days):** 343 (-13.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 68/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.1.4
- **Last updated:** Sep 24, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.7+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** ksym04 (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ksym04/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/turn-off-rest-api/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [disable REST API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/disable-rest-api/) | #2 | 9 |
| [JSON](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/json/) | #24 | 146 |
| [rest-api](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rest-api/) | #45 | 357 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,604 |
| [wp-json](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wp-json/) | #3 | 14 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| disable REST API | #43 | 2,369 |
| JSON | >100 | 6,575 |
| rest-api | #65 | 7,538 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |
| wp-json | >100 | 5,836 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 88.5%
- 1.0: 11.5%

## 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 |
| 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 |
| 7 | [RestArmor Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rest-armor-security/) | <10 | — | Feb 11, 2026 | 36/100 |
| 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 Turn Off REST API free?
Yes. Turn Off REST API is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Turn Off REST API safe to use in 2026?
Turn Off REST API is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 68/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Turn Off REST API?
Turn Off REST API is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,820 times since it launched in March 2017. It was downloaded 343 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Turn Off REST API work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Turn Off REST API up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 4.7 or newer.

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

### When was Turn Off REST API last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.4, was released on September 24, 2026 (1 week ago).

### Who makes Turn Off REST API?
Turn Off REST API is developed and maintained by ksym04.

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


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/turn-off-rest-api/ · Generated 2026-10-04 04:01 UTC by PageForge