Password protect wp-login.php with HTTP Basic Authentication. Stops bots and brute force attacks at the server, before WordPress even loads.
Alternatives to Basic Auth for WP-Admin
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WordPress plugins with similar use cases
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MirSecurev1.0.1
MirSecure protects your WordPress REST API by allowing access only to authenticated users.
Move your login to a custom URL. wp-login.php and wp-admin answer logged-out visitors with a clean 404 page.
WP Basic Authenticationv1.2.1
Basic Authentication for protected your development WordPress site like .htpasswd
Smart Hide Loginv1.1.1
Hide WP login page with customizable redirect and welcome page.
Simple REST API Authentication plugin for WordPress - a powerful solution for integrating your website with external applications.
This plugin prevents unauthorized logins and sets time limits for users by using app authentication.
DevOrbit Login Shieldv1.0.3
Hide wp-login.php and wp-admin behind a custom URL of your choice to cut down on brute-force login attempts.
Short Description: Hide wp-login.php and wp-admin, replace with a custom login URL for stronger security.
Mir Post Importerv1.0.0
Securely import WordPress posts from authenticated remote websites using the WordPress REST API. Fully compatible with Elementor.