HTTP Authentication lets you make a site without letting anyone view it without valid credentials. This can protect the full site or only admin pages.
| Author: | KIMoFy (profile at wordpress.org) |
| WordPress version required: | 3.5 |
| WordPress version tested: | 4.8 |
| Plugin version: | 5.1 |
| Added to WordPress repository: | 14-02-2017 |
| Last updated: | 12-06-2017
Warning! This plugin has not been updated in over 2 years. It may no longer be maintained or supported and may have compatibility issues when used with more recent versions of WordPress.
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| Rating, %: | 100 |
| Rated by: | 1 |
| Plugin URI: | https://kimofy.com/ |
| Total downloads: | 1 781 |
| Active installs: | 40+ |
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Screenshots
Activating The Plugin.
Password Request.
Unauthorized (401) Error Page.
Installation Instructions
- Upload “http-authentication-by-kimofy.php” to the “/wp-content/plugins/” directory.
- Activate the plugin through the “Plugins” menu in WordPress.
- Edit Plugin settings from the “HTTP Auth Settings” menu in your WordPress dashboard.
Does this work on multi-site installations of WordPress?
Yes, this plugin is compatible with all WordPress installations above WordPress 3.5
What happens if I forget my password?
If you forget your password, I will not be able to help you recover it. Please choose your password carefully.
How does this plugin work?
This plugin uses the same method any web server’s configuration file would use to protect a website. All passwords are encrypted on your web server.
ChangeLog
5.1
Added support for WordPress version 4.8.
5.0
Added a more user friendly Unauthorized (401) Error page to better fit all themes. All known bugs are patched.
4.0
Minor security flaw detected and fixed. Update recommended.
3.0
Fixed a security issue allowing users tto bypass the password screen. Update immediately.
2.0
Added a more User Friendly experience.
1.0
This is the initial release of the plugin. There may be bugs or glitches with this release.
