LaughterOnWater

SanctumGate gives small websites an easy way to keep the majority of pages and posts private for active members without the complexity of a full-on membership system. With simple, granular access controls, you decide exactly what the public sees — and what stays reserved for your logged-in community.
Key Features: 
* Page-Level Control: Choose specific pages to make publicly accessible 
* Category-Based Access: Make entire categories of posts public 
* Category Archives: Public category archive pages for allowed categories 
* User-Friendly Interface: Checkbox-based selection instead of manual ID entry 
* Visual Feedback: See exactly what’s currently public at a glance 
* Lightweight: Minimal performance impact, perfect for smaller sites
Perfect For: 
* Small business websites 
* Community sites 
* Member-only content areas 
* Private blogs 
* Non-profit organization sites
<h3>Usage</h3>
<h3>Basic Setup</h3>
<ol>
<li>Navigate to Appearance → SanctumGate in your WordPress admin</li>
<li>You’ll see two sections: “Allowed Pages” and “Allowed Categories”</li>
</ol>
<h3>Making Pages Public</h3>
<ul>
<li>Check the boxes next to any pages you want to be publicly accessible</li>
<li>The home page is always public by default</li>
<li>Save your changes</li>
</ul>
<h3>Making Posts Public by Category</h3>
<ul>
<li>Check the boxes next to categories whose posts should be public</li>
<li>All posts in checked categories will be accessible without login</li>
<li>Category archive pages for allowed categories are also public</li>
<li>Save your changes</li>
</ul>
<h3>What Stays Private</h3>
Everything else on your site will require users to log in to access, including: 
* Unchecked pages 
* Posts in unchecked categories 
* All other post types and content
<h3>Support</h3>
For support, please visit the <a href="https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/sanctumgate/" rel="ugc">WordPress support forums</a> or check the <a href="https://wordpress.org/plugins/sanctumgate/" rel="ugc">plugin documentation</a>.
<h3>Credits</h3>
Developed by LaughterOnWater 
Inspired by the need for simple, effective access control on small WordPress sites.

SanctumGate

Simple granular access controls for WordPress sites. Keep content private for members while selectively making pages and categories public.

GEO Tools

GEO Visitor Control is your ultimate WordPress plugin for taking charge of who accesses your website. Powered by the industry-leading MaxMind GeoIP database, this plugin gives you the tools to block entire countries, manage IP addresses (both allowed and banned), and control bot access—all from a beautifully designed admin dashboard. Whether you’re looking to enhance security, comply with regional regulations, or tailor your site’s accessibility, GEO Visitor Control is the solution you’ve been searching for!
Imagine having the power to: 
– Restrict access from specific countries with a single click. 
– Whitelist trusted IPs or subnets (e.g., your team or VPN) to ensure uninterrupted access. 
– Blacklist malicious IPs to protect your site from threats. 
– Allow legitimate bots (like Googlebot) while blocking unwanted ones. 
– Log every blocked session to keep track of restricted visitors. 
– Fully customize the block page to match your site’s branding.
With GEO Visitor Control, you’re not just installing a plugin—you’re unlocking a high-potential security tool that combines robust functionality, deep customization, and user-friendliness in one package. It’s perfect for: 
– Business owners safeguarding sensitive content or restricting access to specific regions. 
– Developers needing precise visitor management with detailed logging. 
– Site admins aiming to reduce spam, monitor blocked traffic, or improve user experience.
<h3>🚀 New Features in Version 1.1 – Elevate Your Control!</h3>
We’ve taken GEO Visitor Control to the next level with powerful new features that give you even more control and insights into your site’s visitors: 
– Detailed Session Logging: Every blocked session is now logged in monthly files (e.g., <code>2025-05.log</code>) stored securely in <code>/wp-content/geo-visitor-control/</code>. Logs include date/time, IP, country, URL, User Agent, and Referer—perfect for monitoring suspicious activity or ensuring compliance with access policies. 
– Fully Customizable Block Page: Tailor the “Access Denied” page to match your brand! Customize text messages, logo, colors, and even add your own CSS. Preview your changes live and reset to defaults with a single click—an essential feature for maintaining a professional user experience. 
– Clean Uninstall: When you deactivate and delete the plugin, all settings and log files are automatically removed, leaving your site clean and clutter-free.
<h3>Why Choose GEO Visitor Control?</h3>
This isn’t just another geolocation plugin—it’s a game-changer. The integration with MaxMind GeoIP ensures accurate location detection, while our robust feature set empowers you to tailor access like never before. Here’s why you’ll love it: 
– Enhanced Security: Block unwanted visitors, log blocked sessions, and protect your site from threats. 
– Compliance Made Easy: Restrict access by country to meet regional regulations (e.g., GDPR, CCPA). 
– User-Friendly Design: An intuitive dashboard with tabs for Blocked Countries, Allowed Bots, IP Control, Customization, and Support makes setup a breeze. 
– Customization Power: Create a block page that reflects your brand, ensuring a seamless user experience even for restricted visitors. 
– Actionable Insights: Detailed logs give you a clear picture of who’s being blocked and why—perfect for auditing and troubleshooting.
GEO Visitor Control is more than a plugin—it’s your security partner. Whether you’re protecting a membership site, reducing spam, or ensuring compliance, this plugin delivers unmatched value. Don’t let unwanted visitors compromise your site—take control today and experience the peace of mind that comes with GEO Visitor Control!
👉 Download now and start securing your WordPress site like a pro!
<h3>License</h3>
This plugin is licensed under GPLv2 or later, giving you the freedom to use, modify, and distribute it as needed.

GEO Website Protection & Access Control


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