Description
At a glance
Protect WP Admin v4.2 is a free WordPress plugin with 10K+ active installs, 3.6/5 rating from 50 reviews, updated February 5, 2026, requires WordPress 6.0+. Download the latest GPL version below — free, with live demo included.
Protect WP Admin adds an extra security layer to your WP site by allowing you to rename and secure the wp-admin and wp-login.php URLs.
- Change default admin URL (e.g., /wp-admin to /myadmin)
- Restrict access to dashboard by roles or specific user IDs
- Customize login page colors and logo
- Block access to default login URLs
Stop bots and hackers from brute-forcing your login page. This plugin is ideal for any site looking to increase login security without modifying core files.
Video Demo:
https://youtu.be/Mxr2MLDNACE
Pro Add-on Available:
Click here to download add-on
Features
- Define Custom WP Admin Login URL (e.g., http://yourdomain.com/myadmin)
- Add custom logo and styling to login page
- Restrict wp-admin access to only admin or defined user IDs
- Redirect all unauthorized users and bots
Pro Features
- Rename wp-admin completely
- Set login attempt limits
- Track login history
- Change usernames
- More style controls
Get the Pro Version:
Protect WP Admin Pro
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.
https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
Frequently asked questions
What is Protect WP Admin?
Protect WP Admin is a free WordPress plugin available under the GPL license. The current version is 4.2. It is active on over 10K websites.
Is Protect WP Admin free to download?
Yes — Protect WP Admin 4.2 is a free GPL download with no hidden fees, no account needed, and no feature locked behind a paywall in this package. Users rate it 3.6 out of 5 based on 50 reviews.
How do I install Protect WP Admin 4.2?
Download the ZIP file from this page, then in your WordPress dashboard go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, choose the file, click Install Now, then Activate. The plugin works immediately after activation — no license key or extra setup is required for the core features.
What are the requirements for Protect WP Admin?
Protect WP Admin 4.2 requires WordPress 6.0 or higher. Most modern WordPress hosts already meet these versions. Running older versions may cause features to break, so update WordPress and PHP first if your site is behind.
When was Protect WP Admin last updated?
Version 4.2 was last updated on February 5, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Protect WP Admin download safe?
The file is sourced directly from the official WordPress.org repository — the same file the developer published. It is served unmodified, so what you install here is byte-identical to the official release.
Version: 4.2
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 4.2 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | February 5, 2026 |
| Active installs | 10,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★☆ 3.6/5 (50 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0 or higher |
| Author | WP-EXPERTS.IN |
| Tags | admin-url, hack-prevention, protect-admin, secure-admin, secure-login |
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