Title: XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital
Author: aodigitalau
Published: <strong>12 Janaayo, 2024</strong>
Last modified: 10 Diseembar, 2024

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Raadi kaabayaal

This plugin **hasn’t been tested with the latest 3 major releases of WordPress**.
It may no longer be maintained or supported and may have compatibility issues when
used with more recent versions of WordPress.

![](https://s.w.org/plugins/geopattern-icon/xmlrpc-lockdown.svg)

# XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital

 Qore [aodigitalau](https://profiles.wordpress.org/aodigitalau/)

[Soo Rog](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/xmlrpc-lockdown.2.0.zip)

 * [Faahfaahin](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/xmlrpc-lockdown/#description)
 * [Dibu-eegisyo](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/xmlrpc-lockdown/#reviews)
 *  [Rakibaad](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/xmlrpc-lockdown/#installation)
 * [Horumarinta](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/xmlrpc-lockdown/#developers)

 [Taageero](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/xmlrpc-lockdown/)

## Sharraxaad

XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital is an advanced security plugin for WordPress. It blocks
access to `xmlrpc.php` 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 `xmlrpc.php`, 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 `xmlrpc.php` access, XMLRPC
Lockdown by AO Digital offers a robust, user-friendly solution.

### Support

For assistance with XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital, please visit [AO Digital Support](http://aodigital.com.au)
or email us at support@aodigital.com.au.

## Rakibaad

 1. Download the latest version of the plugin from the WordPress plugin repository.
 2. Upload the entire `xmlrpc-lockdown` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory
    of your WordPress site.
 3. Log in to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to the “Plugins” page.
 4. Locate **XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital** in the list and click “Activate”.

## SBI

### How does the plugin work?

The plugin blocks all requests to `xmlrpc.php` by default, except for those from
user-specified plugins and custom allowances defined via the admin settings.

### Can I add custom IPs, URLs, or referrers?

Yes, the settings page includes a “Custom Allowances” section where you can whitelist
specific IPs, URLs, or referrers.

### Is the plugin compatible with Jetpack and the WordPress mobile app?

Yes, Jetpack and the WordPress mobile app are preconfigured as allowed plugins. 
You can manage this in the settings page.

### What are the system requirements?

The plugin requires PHP 8.0 or later and is tested with WordPress version 6.7.2.

## Dibu-eegisyo

![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/0b1d9499d4993c0388e5e0abba141851ee8049e29931b67c2b30b587b31e417f?
s=60&d=retro&r=g)

### 󠀁[Does what it says!](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/does-what-it-says-1169/)󠁿

 [ac1ionm4n](https://profiles.wordpress.org/ac1ionm4n/) 16 Janaayo, 2024

Exactly as advertised, simple and lightweight.

 [ Akhri dhammaan 1 dibu-eegis ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/xmlrpc-lockdown/reviews/)

## Ka-qaybgalayaasha & Horumariyayaasha

“XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital” waa softiweer il furan. Dadka soo socda ayaa wax
ku biiriyay kaabahan.

Ka-qaybgalayaasha

 *   [ aodigitalau ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/aodigitalau/)

[Ku tarjun “XMLRPC Lockdown by AO Digital” luqaddaada.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/xmlrpc-lockdown)

### Ma xiisaynaysaa horumarinta?

[Baadh koodka](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/xmlrpc-lockdown/), fiiri
[bakhaarka SVN](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/xmlrpc-lockdown/), ama iska qor
[diiwaanka horumarinta](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/xmlrpc-lockdown/)
adigoo adeegsanaya [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/xmlrpc-lockdown/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss).

## Isbeddellada

#### 2.0

 * Overhauled plugin to include an admin settings page.
 * Added support for custom allowances (IPs, URLs, referrers).
 * Improved compatibility with PHP 8.0+.
 * Enhanced AJAX-powered saving for a seamless experience.
 * Updated blocking logic for better performance and flexibility.

#### 1.1

 * Initial version.

## Meta

 *  Version **2.0**
 *  Last updated **2 sano kahor**
 *  Active installations **70+**
 *  Tested up to **6.7.7**
 *  PHP version ** 8.0 ama ka sareeya **
 *  Language
 * [English (US)](https://wordpress.org/plugins/xmlrpc-lockdown/)
 * Tags
 * [jetpack](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/jetpack/)[Mobile App](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/mobile-app/)
   [security](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/security/)[WordPress](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/wordpress/)
   [xmlrpc](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/tags/xmlrpc/)
 *  [Aragti Sare](https://so.wordpress.org/plugins/xmlrpc-lockdown/advanced/)

## Qiimeynta

 5 out of 5 stars.

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## Ka-qaybgalayaasha

 *   [ aodigitalau ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/aodigitalau/)

## Taageero

Ma heysaa waxaad dhahdo? Caawimaad ma u baahan tahay?

 [Eeg madasha taageerada](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/xmlrpc-lockdown/)