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Free Plugin by Drivingralle v2.1.5

Logged-in-only

A Plugin to lock down the whole site to prevent public access.

Logged-in-only

The facts

Rating
5★ from 7
Active installs
700+
Price
Free
Last updated
27 May 2026
Added
Feb 2014
Requires WP
3.0.1
Tested up to
WP 7.0.4
Requires PHP
5.3
Downloads
23,241

Our analysis

AI-assisted

Logged-in-only is a WordPress plugin that restricts access to the frontend, backend, and REST API content to only logged-in users. When activated, it ensures that only authenticated users can view the site's content, while the password reset process on wp-login continues to function normally.

This plugin has no options or settings and does not allow bypassing the restrictions. It can also be used as a must-use plugin, which prevents administrators from deactivating it, ensuring consistent access control for your site.

Best for: This plugin is suitable for sites that require content access to be limited to registered users only.

What it does well

  • Restricts access to only logged-in users
  • Maintains password reset functionality
  • No settings or options to configure
  • Can be used as a must-use plugin

Where it falls short

  • No automatic updates for must-use plugins
  • Limited feature information available

Verdict

Logged-in-only provides a straightforward solution for restricting access to your WordPress site. It is a good choice for those needing simple user authentication controls.

From the developer

Drivingralle's own description of Logged-in-only, lightly tidied.

Only logged-in users can view the frontend, backend or content of the REST API if this plugin is activated. The password reset process on wp-login keeps on working.

  • No options/settings
  • No by-pass

Compatibility

  • WooCommerce

Usage as MU-Plugin

This plugin is very simple and can also be used as a must-use plugin. That way no admin of a website can deactivate the plugin, making sure the requirement of just authenticated users is ensured.
! No automatic updates are made for mu plugins

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