richard4339

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<p>A simple plugin for WordPress that redirects users to the login page whenever they try to visit any page/post/etc on the blog, with an option menu to turn this functionality on or off. When enabled, the entire blog essentially becomes a private blog.</p>
<h3>To Do</h3>
<ul>
<li>Nothing currently. If you have any requests, please submit them on <a href="https://github.com/richard4339/wp-require-login/issues" rel="nofollow ugc">GitHub</a>.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Git/Subversion</h3>
<p>In addition to the subversion access that WordPress is providing, this plugin is available through git at <a href="https://github.com/richard4339/wp-require-login" rel="nofollow ugc">GitHub</a>.</p>


Require Login

A plugin for Wordpress that redirects users to the login page whenever they try to visit any page/post/etc on the blog.

Code For Broke

<p>Must Login is a lightweight, user-friendly plugin that allows you to require login for your entire site with just one click. Perfect for membership sites, private blogs, intranets, or any site that needs to restrict access to registered users only.</p>
<h4>Features</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>One-Click Toggle</strong> – Enable or disable login requirement instantly from the admin bar</li>
<li><strong>REST API Protection</strong> – Configurable authentication requirement for REST API endpoints</li>
<li><strong>Automatic Cache Clearing</strong> – Automatically clears popular caching plugins when toggling protection</li>
<li><strong>Admin Bar Status Indicator</strong> – Always see at a glance whether login is required</li>
<li><strong>Simple Settings Page</strong> – Easy-to-use settings interface</li>
<li><strong>Admin Override</strong> – Administrators always have access, even when login is required</li>
<li><strong>Smart Redirects</strong> – Users are redirected to login and then back to their intended page</li>
<li><strong>Selective Endpoint Access</strong> – Allow specific REST API endpoints for forms and authentication</li>
<li><strong>Cache Compatibility</strong> – Works with WP Super Cache, W3 Total Cache, WP Rocket, and more</li>
<li><strong>No Configuration Needed</strong> – Works perfectly out of the box</li>
<li><strong>Lightweight</strong> – Minimal impact on site performance</li>
<li><strong>Translation Ready</strong> – Fully internationalized and ready for translation</li>
</ul>
<h4>How It Works</h4>
<ol>
<li>Install and activate the plugin</li>
<li>Click the lock icon in the admin bar to toggle login requirement</li>
<li>That’s it! Your site is now protected</li>
</ol>
<p>When enabled, all visitors must log in to view any page on your site. Administrators can quickly toggle this on or off from anywhere on the site using the admin bar.</p>
<h3>Developer Documentation</h3>
<h4>Filters</h4>
<p><strong>cfb_must_login_redirect_url</strong> – Customize the login redirect URL</p>
<pre><code>add_filter('cfb_must_login_redirect_url', function($redirect_url, $redirect_to) {
    return 'https://example.com/custom-login';
}, 10, 2);
</code></pre>
<p><strong>cfb_must_login_allowed_rest_routes</strong> – Allow additional REST API endpoints</p>
<pre><code>add_filter('cfb_must_login_allowed_rest_routes', function($routes) {
    $routes[] = '/my-plugin/v1/public';
    return $routes;
});
</code></pre>
<h4>Actions</h4>
<p><strong>cfb_must_login_clear_cache</strong> – Triggered when cache is cleared</p>
<pre><code>add_action('cfb_must_login_clear_cache', function() {
    // Custom cache clearing logic
});
</code></pre>
<h4>Capabilities</h4>
<p>The plugin uses the <code>cfb_must_login_manage</code> capability, which is mapped to <code>manage_options</code> by default. You can customize this using the <code>map_meta_cap</code> filter.</p>


CFB Must Login

Require users to log in before viewing your site with easy admin toggle controls. Includes REST API protection and automatic cache clearing.

Require Login vs CFB Must Login