Description
At a glance
Disable XML-RPC v1.0.1 is a free WordPress plugin with 200K+ active installs, 4.1/5 rating from 34 reviews, updated May 27, 2026, requires WordPress 3.5+. Download the latest GPL version below — free, with live demo included.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I download Disable XML-RPC?
Disable XML-RPC 1.0.1 is the latest version. It is a WordPress plugin you can download here free of charge under the GPL license, with the complete feature set included and no trial limitations. It holds a 4.1/5 rating from 34 user reviews.
Does Disable XML-RPC cost anything?
No. Disable XML-RPC 1.0.1 is 100% free — the full GPL version, not a trial or demo. There are no download limits, no accounts to create, and no upsells during the download.
How do I install Disable XML-RPC 1.0.1?
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 Disable XML-RPC?
Disable XML-RPC 1.0.1 requires WordPress 3.5 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 Disable XML-RPC last updated?
Version 1.0.1 was last updated on May 27, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Disable XML-RPC 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: 1.0.1
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.0.1 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | May 27, 2026 |
| Active installs | 200,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★☆ 4.1/5 (34 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 3.5 or higher |
| Author | Phil Erb |
| Tags | xmlrpc |
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