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OneCode Login provides a modern, passwordless authentication experience for your WordPress site. Instead of traditional passwords, users receive a secure 6-digit verification code via email.
<h4>Key Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Passwordless Authentication – Users log in with just their email address</li>
<li>6-Digit Verification Codes – Secure, time-limited codes sent via email</li>
<li>Rate Limiting – Built-in protection against brute force attacks</li>
<li>Request ID Binding – Each code is bound to a specific login session for enhanced security</li>
<li>Neutral Feedback – Prevents user enumeration attacks by not revealing if an email exists</li>
<li>Customizable – Configure expiry times, cooldowns, and email templates</li>
<li>Accessible – Full keyboard navigation and screen reader support</li>
<li>Gutenberg Block – Easy to add login forms to any page</li>
<li>Shortcode Support – Use [onecode_login] anywhere</li>
<li>wp-login.php Integration – Optionally replace the default WordPress login</li>
<li>Developer API – Other plugins can use OneCode Login as an email one-time-code (OTP) service to verify a visitor’s email — see the Developer information section</li>
</ul>
<h4>Security Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Cryptographically secure code generation</li>
<li>Codes and magic-link tokens are stored HMAC-hashed, never in plain text</li>
<li>Configurable code expiry (default: 10 minutes)</li>
<li>Resend cooldown to prevent spam</li>
<li>IP-based and email-based rate limiting</li>
<li>Automatic lockout after failed attempts</li>
<li>Codes are single-use and invalidated after successful login</li>
</ul>
<h4>Use Cases</h4>
<ul>
<li>Membership sites where password fatigue is an issue</li>
<li>Customer portals requiring simple authentication</li>
<li>Internal tools where security without complexity is needed</li>
<li>Any site wanting to improve user experience</li>
</ul>
<h3>Developer information</h3>
Other plugins on the same site can use OneCode Login as a generic email 
one-time-code (OTP) service — for example to verify a guest’s email before 
letting them act. OneCode emails the code and verifies it; your plugin keeps 
full control of its own login/session (OneCode only asserts that the code is 
valid for the email — it never logs anyone in). It works for any email 
address; the address does not need a WordPress account.
All entry points are plain functions (and matching filters), so you do not need 
a hard dependency on any class. The API is gated by the Settings → Advanced → 
Enable developer API toggle.
Detect support (side-effect free — never call the request hook just to probe):
<pre><code>if ( function_exists( 'onecode_login_request_otp' ) && onecode_login_supports( 'otp' ) ) { ... }
</code></pre>
<ol>
<li>
Start authentication — email a code and receive a handle:
$handle = onecode_login_request_otp( $email, array( ‘consumer’ => ‘my_plugin’ ) ); 
// $handle = array( ‘request_id’, ‘auth_secret’, ‘expires_in’ (seconds), ‘expires_at’ (UTC), ‘sent’ ) 
// On failure: a WP_Error (codes: disabled, invalid_request, rate_limited, cooldown).
</li>
</ol>
Keep <code>request_id</code> and <code>auth_secret</code> server-side (e.g. in a transient tied to the 
visitor). The <code>auth_secret</code> is NEVER shown to the customer — it is what stops an 
outsider who only knows the email from completing verification by guessing codes.
<ol>
<li>
Complete authentication — the customer gives your plugin the code from the email:
$result = onecode_login_verify_otp( array( 
 ’email’ => $email, 
 ‘request_id’ => $handle[‘request_id’], 
 ‘code’ => $code_from_customer, 
 ‘auth_secret’ => $handle[‘auth_secret’], 
 ‘consumer’ => ‘my_plugin’, 
) ); 
// Success: array( ‘valid’ => true, ’email’ => … ). Failure: WP_Error.
</li>
</ol>
On failure show a generic message to the user (the API intentionally returns a 
single <code>verify_failed</code> code so it can’t be used as an oracle).
Filters are also available for loose coupling: <code>onecode_login_request_otp</code> 
(<code>$pre, $email, $args</code>) and <code>onecode_login_verify_otp</code> (<code>$pre, $args</code>).
Discovery and capabilities:
<ul>
<li><code>onecode_login_supports( $feature )</code> — returns true for <code>'otp'</code>, 
 ‘identity_assertion’ and <code>'any_email'</code>.</li>
<li><code>onecode_login_api()</code> — returns the <code>OneCode_Login_API</code> service instance.</li>
<li><code>OneCode_Login_API::VERSION</code> — the API contract version (independent of the 
plugin version), so you can feature-gate against the API surface.</li>
<li><code>do_action( 'onecode_login_api_init', $api )</code> — fires once the API is ready; 
bind to it if you want to wire up as soon as OneCode Login loads.</li>
</ul>
Reference: <code>$args['consumer']</code> (a short <code>[a-z0-9_-]</code> label identifying your 
integration) is required on both calls — it isolates your codes and rate limits 
from the built-in login and from other consumers. Both request and verify are 
rate-limited by OneCode, returning <code>rate_limited</code> / <code>cooldown</code> WP_Errors you can 
surface to the user.

OneCode Login

Simple and secure passwordless login using email verification codes. No passwords to remember, just enter your email and verify with a 6-digit code.

Cozmoslabs

Cristian Antohe

Chris Martens

Transform your WordPress login experience with passwordless authentication. Users simply enter their email address and receive a secure magic link – click to login instantly. It’s more secure than weak passwords and infinitely more user-friendly.
<h4>Why Choose Keyless Auth?</h4>
<ul>
<li>Enhanced Security: No more weak, reused, or compromised passwords</li>
<li>Better User Experience: One click instead of remembering complex passwords</li>
<li>Reduced Support: Eliminate “forgot password” requests</li>
<li>Modern Authentication: Enterprise-grade security used by Slack, Medium, and others</li>
<li>Security Hardening: Built-in protection against brute force attacks and username enumeration</li>
</ul>
<h4>Quick Start</h4>
<ol>
<li>Install and activate the plugin</li>
<li>Create a new page and add the shortcode <code>[keyless-auth]</code></li>
<li>Configure email templates in Keyless Auth → Templates</li>
<li>Done! Users can now login passwordlessly</li>
</ol>
<h4>Core Features</h4>
Ready to Use 
* Magic Link Authentication – Secure, one-time login links via email 
* Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) – Complete TOTP support with Google Authenticator 
* Role-Based 2FA – Require 2FA for specific user roles (admins, editors, etc.) 
* Custom 2FA Setup URLs – Direct users to branded frontend 2FA setup pages 
* SMTP Integration – Reliable email delivery through your mail server 
* Email Templates – Professional, customizable login emails 
* Mail Logging – Track all sent emails with delivery status 
* Custom Database Tables – Scalable architecture with dedicated audit logs
Advanced Security 
* Token Security: 10-minute expiration, single-use tokens 
* Audit Logging: IP addresses, device types, login attempts 
* Emergency Mode: Grace period system with admin controls 
* Secure Storage: SMTP credentials in wp-config.php option 
* XML-RPC Disable: Block brute force attacks via XML-RPC interface 
* Application Passwords Control: Disable programmatic authentication when not needed 
* User Enumeration Prevention: Block username discovery attacks
Customization 
* WYSIWYG Email Editor: Full HTML support with live preview 
* Advanced Color Controls: Hex, RGB, HSL color formats 
* Template System: German, English, and custom templates 
* Branding Options: Custom sender names and professional styling
<h4>Installation & Setup</h4>
Basic Installation 
1. WordPress Admin → Plugins → Add New 
2. Search for “Keyless Auth” 
3. Install and activate 
4. Add [keyless-auth] shortcode to any page
SMTP Configuration (Recommended) 
1. Navigate to Keyless Auth → SMTP 
2. Configure your email provider (Gmail, Outlook, SendGrid, etc.) 
3. Test email delivery 
4. Save settings
Two-Factor Authentication Setup 
1. Go to Keyless Auth → Options 
2. Enable “Two-Factor Authentication” 
3. Select required user roles 
4. Users scan QR code with authenticator app
<h4>Email Templates</h4>
Template Options 
* German Professional: Sleek German-language template 
* English Simple: Clean, minimalist design 
* Custom HTML: Create your own with WYSIWYG editor
Customization Features 
* Full HTML and CSS support 
* Color picker for buttons and links 
* Responsive email design 
* Live template preview 
* Placeholder system for dynamic content
<h4>Security & Compliance</h4>
Token Security 
* Generated using WordPress security standards 
* Based on user ID, timestamp, and wp-config.php salt 
* 10-minute expiration with single-use enforcement 
* Secure database storage with automatic cleanup
Two-Factor Authentication 
* TOTP-based system compatible with Google Authenticator, Authy 
* Role-based requirements for granular control 
* Grace period system for smooth user transitions 
* Custom verification forms with professional styling
Database Architecture 
* Custom tables for optimal performance 
* Comprehensive audit logging 
* Device tracking and IP monitoring 
* Automatic maintenance and cleanup routines
<h4>Security Hardening</h4>
Keyless Auth includes comprehensive security hardening features to protect your WordPress site from common attack vectors. All features are optional and can be enabled based on your site’s needs.
XML-RPC Disable 
* Prevents brute force attacks via WordPress XML-RPC interface 
* Reduces attack surface by disabling legacy API 
* Recommended for sites not using Jetpack, mobile apps, or pingbacks
Application Passwords Control 
* Disable REST API and XML-RPC authentication when programmatic access isn’t needed 
* Prevents unauthorized API access 
* Recommended for simple sites without third-party integrations
User Enumeration Prevention 
* Blocks REST API user endpoints (<code>/wp-json/wp/v2/users</code>) 
* Redirects author archives and <code>?author=N</code> queries 
* Removes login error messages that reveal usernames 
* Strips comment author CSS classes 
* Removes author data from oEmbed responses 
* Recommended for business/corporate sites without author profiles
Benefits 
* Combined protection against brute force attacks 
* Prevents username discovery for targeted attacks 
* Reduces unauthorized API access 
* Easy to configure without code or .htaccess modifications 
* All features include comprehensive documentation 
* FTP recovery available if needed
<h4>SMTP & Email Delivery</h4>
Supported Providers 
* Gmail / Google Workspace 
* Outlook / Microsoft 365 
* Mailgun, SendGrid, Amazon SES 
* Any SMTP-compatible service
Advanced Email Features 
* Message-ID domain alignment for deliverability 
* SPF/DKIM/DMARC compliance 
* Custom sender names and addresses 
* Bulk email log management 
* Delivery status tracking
Secure Credential Storage 
Store SMTP credentials securely in wp-config.php:
<pre><code>define('CHRMRTNS_KLA_SMTP_USERNAME', 'your-email@example.com');
define('CHRMRTNS_KLA_SMTP_PASSWORD', 'your-smtp-password');
</code></pre>
<h4>WordPress Integration</h4>
Login Page Integration 
* Optional magic login field on wp-login.php 
* Seamless integration with existing login flow 
* Toggle control for easy enable/disable 
* Clean, responsive form styling
Shortcode Usage 
Use <code>[keyless-auth]</code> anywhere: pages, posts, widgets, or custom templates.
<h4>Developer Features</h4>
Hooks & Filters
Customize login redirect: 
 add_filter(‘wpa_after_login_redirect’, ‘custom_redirect_function’);
Modify email headers: 
 add_filter(‘wpa_email_headers’, ‘custom_email_headers’);
Change token expiration: 
 add_filter(‘wpa_change_link_expiration’, ‘custom_expiration_time’);
Modular Architecture 
* Clean, organized class structure 
* Separated concerns for easy maintenance 
* WordPress coding standards compliance 
* Extensive documentation and comments
<h4>Requirements</h4>
<ul>
<li>WordPress: 3.9 or higher (tested up to 6.8)</li>
<li>PHP: 7.4 or higher</li>
<li>Email Delivery: SMTP recommended for reliability</li>
</ul>
Note: Keyless Auth complements WordPress’s default login system – it doesn’t replace it.
Developed by Chris Martens | Based on the original Passwordless Login plugin by Cozmoslabs

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