Plugin info

Total downloads: 180
Active installs: 0
Total reviews: 0
Average rating: 0
Support threads opened: 0
Support threads resolved: 0 (0%)
Available in: 1 language(s)
Contributors: 1
Last updated: 7/7/2025 (177 days ago)
Added to WordPress: 7/7/2025 (0 years old)
Minimum WordPress version: 4.7
Tested up to WordPress version: 6.8.3
Minimum PHP version: 7.0

Maintenance & Compatibility

Maintenance score

Maintained • Last updated 177 days ago

50/100

Is Lock PHP Files abandoned?

Likely maintained (last update 177 days ago).

Compatibility

Requires WordPress: 4.7
Tested up to: 6.8.3
Requires PHP: 7.0

Languages

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Description

Secures your WordPress installation by:

  • Disabling theme/plugin editors via DISALLOW_FILE_EDIT
  • Blocking file modifications via DISALLOW_FILE_MODS
  • Removing editor menu items
  • Revoking file editing capabilities
  • Lightweight (only 3KB) with zero performance impact

Installation

  1. Upload to /wp-content/plugins/
  2. Activate in WordPress admin
  3. File editing will be immediately disabled

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I verify it’s working?

Try accessing /wp-admin/plugin-editor.php – you’ll see an error message.

Can I temporarily enable editing?

Yes, either deactivate the plugin or modify wp-config.php.

Will this affect updates?

No, automatic background updates still work.

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Changelog

1.0.3

  • Updated tested version to 6.8
  • Fixed activation hook
  • Improved capability handling

1.0.2

  • Added DISALLOW_FILE_MODS
  • Enhanced security layers