WP Firewall
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WP Firewall shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (50+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 6 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.4 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where WP Firewall stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| antivirus | #34 |
| firewall | >100 |
| protection | >100 |
| safety | >100 |
| spam | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About WP Firewall
From the official readme · v2.1.2Description
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This plugin adds a set of protection rules to the .htaccess file of your WordPress site.
These rules totally protect the CMS from hacker attacks.
This is a BETA version, if you find bugs or malfunctions contact the developer from the support section.
WP Firewall requirements
- Apache web server
- ModRewite
- SSL connection (https)
WP Firewall development functions
This plugin uses only functions contained in the CMS core.
Do you need other functions? Ask the developer from the support section.
If after activating the protection errors or white screens occur, access the .htaccess file and remove all the code between “# BEGIN Firewall” and “# END Firewall”.
WP Firewall credits
The “WP Firewall” plugin was entirely designed and created by Andrea De Giovine (thought by @riccardobastillo1).
If you like the idea and want to support the developer, please donate to this plugin.
For collaborations and consultations visit the website of the freelance web developer.
For bug reports and support for this plugin, visit the support section to ask the developer and the community directly.
Installation
To automatically install the “WP Firewall” plugin you can search from the “Plugins > Add new” section of your WordPress dashboard and click on the “Install Now” button corresponding to this plugin.
To manually install the “WP Firewall” plugin you can download the latest version from the WordPress.org site, and unpack the zip file in the “wp-content/plugins” folder of your CMS.
Now on the “Plugins” section of your WordPress dashboard you can see the “WP Firewall” plugin, click on “Activate”.
Changelog
Fix bugs. Add php protection rules core. Improve UX.
2.1.2
- Fix bugs.
- Add php protection rules core.
- Improve UX.
2.1
- Fix bugs.
1.3
- Fix bugs.
1.2
- Fix bugs.
1.0.0
- First version.
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FAQ
WP Firewall: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 29, 2026
Is WP Firewall free?
Yes. WP Firewall is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is WP Firewall safe to use in 2026?
WP Firewall shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.
How many websites use WP Firewall?
WP Firewall is active on 50+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,923 times since it launched in August 2019. It was downloaded 68 times in the last 30 days.
Does WP Firewall work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Firewall is officially tested up to WordPress 5.4.23, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does WP Firewall need?
WP Firewall requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was WP Firewall last updated?
The latest version, 2.1.2, was released on April 24, 2020 (6 years ago).
Who makes WP Firewall?
WP Firewall is developed and maintained by Andrea De Giovine.
What are the best alternatives to WP Firewall?
The most popular alternatives to WP Firewall are AntiVirus (30K+ installs), Malcure Malware Shield (10K+ installs) and WebTotem Security (800+ installs).
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