Matteo Enna

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<p>The Easy Basic Authentication plugin provides a simple method to add basic authentication to your WordPress site. You can enable basic authentication for the entire site or only for the admin area by setting a custom username and password. Secure your site by restricting access only to authorized users.</p>
<p><strong>Try it on a free mock site: <a href="https://tastewp.org/plugins/easy-basic-authentication/" rel="nofollow ugc">click here</a></strong></p>
<h3>Key Features</h3>
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<p><strong>Simple Configuration:</strong> With Easy Basic Authentication, you can easily set up basic authentication for your entire website or specifically for the admin area. Set a custom username and password to ensure secure access.</p>
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<p><strong>Admin Area Protection:</strong> If you wish to restrict access to your WordPress admin area, Easy Basic Authentication allows you to do so quickly and effectively. Only users with the correct credentials will be able to access this critical part of your site.</p>
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<p><strong>Entire site protection:</strong> If you wish, there is an option to extend the access limitation to the entire site and not just for your WordPress admin area, Easy Basic authentication allows you to do this quickly and effectively. Only users with the correct credentials will be able to access this critical part of your site.</p>
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<p><strong>Failed Access Logging:</strong> The plugin keeps track of failed login attempts, helping you identify unauthorized access attempts. This is particularly useful for monitoring your site’s security.</p>
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<p><strong>Access Log:</strong> If you choose to enable this feature, Easy Basic Authentication allows you to log successful logins, providing a comprehensive overview of login activities on your site.</p>
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<p><strong>Easy Management:</strong> The plugin’s intuitive interface makes it simple to manage basic authentication settings. You can easily enable or disable basic authentication and adjust credentials to suit your needs.</p>
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<p><strong>Email Alert Functionality:</strong> Easy Basic Authentication includes an email alert feature to notify you of unauthorized access attempts. You can receive email alerts when someone tries to access your site without proper credentials.</p>
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<p><strong>White List Functionality:</strong> Easy Basic Authentication now includes a White List feature, allowing you to specify trusted IP addresses exempt from basic authentication. Configure this list to grant immediate access to known users or systems without requiring credentials, enhancing convenience while maintaining security.</p>
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<p>Protect your WordPress site with basic authentication quickly and reliably. Easy Basic Authentication gives you control to ensure that only authorized users can access your online resources. Maintain your site’s security and prevent unwanted access today with Easy Basic Authentication.</p>
<h3>Usage</h3>
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<li>Visit the plugin settings page to configure your desired basic authentication options.</li>
<li>Choose whether to enable basic authentication for the entire site or just the admin area.</li>
<li>Set a custom username and password for secure access.</li>
<li>Monitor failed access attempts and access logs for added security.</li>
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<h3>Troubleshooting: Resetting Basic Authentication</h3>
<p>If you’re having trouble logging in due to the basic authentication, you can reset it and regain access by following these steps:</p>
<p>1 <strong>Connect to your website via FTP.</strong><br />
2 <strong>Navigate to the plugin directory:</strong></p>
<pre>wp-content/plugins/easy-basic-authentication/class/</pre>
<p>3 <strong>Locate the file:</strong></p>
<pre>easy-basic-authentication-class.php</pre>
<p>4 <strong>Find the following line:</strong></p>
<pre>add_action( 'init', array($this,'basic_auth_admin') );</pre>
<p>5 <strong>Comment out that line</strong> by adding a <code>#</code> at the beginning:</p>
<pre>#add_action( 'init', array($this,'basic_auth_admin') );</pre>
<p>6 <strong>Save the file</strong> and re-upload it to your server.</p>
<p>This will disable the basic authentication temporarily, allowing you to log in. Once logged in, you can adjust the plugin settings as needed.</p>
<p>If you need further assistance, feel free to reach out.</p>
<h3>GitHub Repository</h3>
<p>You can find the source code and contribute to the project on GitHub: <a href="https://github.com/Ellusu/easy-basic-authentication" rel="nofollow ugc">Easy Basic Authentication on GitHub</a></p>


Easy Basic Authentication – Add basic auth to site or admin area

Secure your WordPress site with easy and effective basic authentication. Restrict access, monitor attempts, and enhance security.

Adam W. Warner

SiteLock

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Logan Kipp

<p>Your website deserves protection that’s simple, fast and built for WordPress. SiteLock WordPress Security focuses on the everyday controls that matter most and helps you establish a secure baseline in minutes — WordPress-specific hardening, login protection and a clear Site Health dashboard that keeps you in control without slowing your site down.<br />
It’s lightweight, action-first protection that complements your host defenses: essential safeguards run inside WordPress while deeper checks happen securely in the SiteLock cloud. Skip heavy on-server scans and alert fatigue — run on-demand checks when you need extra assurance, so you can ship updates with confidence.</p>
<h4>Security that grows with you</h4>
<p>Our goal is straightforward: maintain a strong baseline with minimal overhead while giving you clear visibility and room to grow as your needs evolve.<br />
And because security is never static, this plugin keeps pace. Next up: Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to strengthen login security (coming soon).</p>
<h4>Commercial plugin</h4>
<p>This plugin is free but offers additional paid commercial upgrades or support.</p>
<h3>What’s included</h3>
<h4>WordPress Hardening: Cut common attack paths in just a few clicks.</h4>
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<li>Disable directory listing.</li>
<li>Restrict PHP execution in upload folders.</li>
<li>Limit unsafe script types.</li>
<li>Force strong configuration defaults to close risky gaps.</li>
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<p><em>All options are toggle-based and reversible — safe to enable, easy to test and lightweight on performance</em></p>
<h4>Login Security: Protect what matters most — your access</h4>
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<li><strong>Brute-force defense</strong>: Blocks repeated failed logins and temporarily locks abusive IPs.</li>
<li><strong>Password policy prompts</strong>: Encourage stronger credentials without breaking workflows.</li>
<li><strong>Session timeouts</strong>: Automatically end idle sessions to prevent account hijacks.</li>
<li><strong>Activity awareness</strong>: View recent logins and admin changes in the <strong>Activity Log</strong>.</li>
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<p><strong><em>Heads-up:</em> Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)</strong> — a second layer of verification for even greater login protection. It’s already in development and will arrive as part of the next plugin milestone.</p>
<h4>Site Health & Cloud Checks: Clarity without noise.</h4>
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<li><strong>Site Health Dashboard</strong>: Surface key signals in one view — WordPress hardening status, last scan timestamp and actionable indicators</li>
<li><strong>Cloud Checks</strong>: Connect your free SiteLock account to enable recurring off-server checks (Webpage Scan, SSL Verification, Email Reputation and more)</li>
<li><strong>Scan Now</strong>: Run on-demand checks after updates or changes for instant assurance -no heavy, always-on local scanners</li>
<li><strong>Activity Log</strong>: Track what’s happening across your WordPress admin. See admin/login events at a glance making it easy to spot anomalies early and keep accountability clear.</li>
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<h4>Why Choose SiteLock WordPress Security?</h4>
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<li><strong>Lightweight by design</strong>: All high-impact protections, no unnecessary load</li>
<li><strong>Real visibility</strong>: Know your security posture in seconds with Site Health</li>
<li><strong>Cloud-powered assurance</strong>: Checks run off-server, protecting performance</li>
<li><strong>Flexible setup</strong>: Use standalone or connect a SiteLock account for added layers</li>
<li><strong>Future-ready</strong>: Two-Factor Authentication and enhanced security features are already on the horizon</li>
<li><strong>Trusted heritage</strong>: From the global leader in SMB website security backed by continuous innovation and research</li>
<li><strong>Aligned to WordPress</strong>: Designed to stay out of your way and keep performance priorities intact</li>
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<h4>Who It’s For</h4>
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<li>Small businesses & startups</li>
<li>Portfolio & personal brand sites</li>
<li>WooCommerce shops & small e-commerce</li>
<li>Agencies & website maintenance services</li>
<li>Freelance developers & web designers</li>
<li>Bloggers, creators & publishers</li>
<li>Community & membership sites</li>
<li>Nonprofits & educational sites</li>
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<p><em>If you manage a WordPress website, SiteLock gives you confidence and control whether you run one site or hundreds.</em></p>
<h4>Can I Fix an Already-Infected Site with This Plugin?</h4>
<p>The plugin focuses on prevention, posture and visibility — not full malware removal. It isn’t designed to fully clean up sites that were infected before it was active.<br />
If your site is already compromised, act quickly, we recommend:</p>
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<li>Restoring from a clean backup if available</li>
<li>Remove malicious files manually or with professional help</li>
<li>For urgent assistance, consider <a href="https://www.sitelock.com/products/fix-hacked-site/" rel="nofollow ugc">SiteLock 911 – Emergency Malware Removal</a> for rapid cleanup</li>
<li>For ongoing defense, consider <a href="https://www.sitelock.com/pricing/" rel="nofollow ugc">choosing a comprehensive SiteLock plan</a></li>
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<h4>Don’t Know Where To Start? Try This</h4>
<p>Here are common first moves teams take with SiteLock. Order isn’t enforced — choose what fits your site and workflow:</p>
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<li>Enable WordPress hardening that matches your hosting and theme setup</li>
<li>Turn on Login Security controls: brute-force lockouts, session timeouts, and password-hygiene prompts</li>
<li>Connect a free SiteLock account, then use Scan Now to run an on-demand check after plugin/theme updates</li>
<li>Review the Activity Log after major changes to spot unexpected admin/login events quickly<br />
Make one change at a time, validate and roll back any toggle that conflicts with your stack.</li>
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<h4>Need Help with Setup or Fixes?</h4>
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<li>Visit <a href="https://www.sitelock.com/help-center/" rel="nofollow ugc">Help Center – WordPress</a> for plugin specific help</li>
<li>For broader topics explore the <a href="https://www.sitelock.com/help-center/" rel="nofollow ugc">SiteLock Help Center</a></li>
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SiteLock Security – WP Hardening, Login Security & Malware Scans

Free, lightweight WordPress security. WP Hardening, login protection and Site Health & on‑demand checks without slowing your site. Setup in minutes.

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