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XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital is an advanced security plugin for WordPress. It blocks access to <code>xmlrpc.php</code> for all requests except those explicitly allowed, such as requests from Jetpack, the WordPress mobile app, and other specified services. With the latest enhancements, users can customize the list of allowed services and create custom allowances for specific IPs, URLs, or referrers directly from the WordPress admin dashboard.
Key Features: 
– Blocks unauthorized access to <code>xmlrpc.php</code>, enhancing WordPress security. 
– Allows specific services like Jetpack and the WordPress mobile app to work seamlessly. 
– New settings page for managing allowed plugins and custom allowances. 
– AJAX-powered options saving for a smooth user experience. 
– Fully compatible with PHP 8.0+ and tested up to WordPress 6.7.2.
Whether you’re looking to secure your site or fine-tune <code>xmlrpc.php</code> access, XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital offers a robust, user-friendly solution.
<h3>Support</h3>
For assistance with XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital, please visit <a href="http://aodigital.com.au" rel="nofollow ugc">AO Digital Support</a> or email us at support@aodigital.com.au.

XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital

XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital is an advanced security plugin for WordPress. It blocks access to xmlrpc.php for all requests except those explicitly al …

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Phil Erb

Pretty simply, this plugin uses the built-in WordPress filter “xmlrpc_enabled” to disable the XML-RPC API on a WordPress site running 3.5 or above.
Beginning in 3.5, XML-RPC is enabled by default. Additionally, the option to disable/enable XML-RPC was removed. For various reasons, site owners may wish to disable this functionality. This plugin provides an easy way to do so.

Disable XML-RPC


Dead simple as it should be. Nice, thank you for that.


Reduced to perfection

Disables the XML-RPC API in WordPress 3.5+, which is enabled by default.

XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital vs Disable XML-RPC