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Disable Application Passwords

By Jeff Starr

Security & Privacy / Security Scanning & Malware Protection

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Disable Application Passwords Review - In-Depth Analysis

This plugin disables the Application Passwords feature added in WP v5.6. It is lightweight and easy to use.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.88/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 9+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin does one thing: disables the Application Passwords feature.

Activate this plugin to completely disable the new Application Passwords functionality added in WP version 5.6. To re-enable Application Passwords, simply deactivate the plugin.

Features include being lightweight with only one line of code, simple to use, and no settings to worry about.

Disabling application passwords helps to limit unnecessary exposure and eliminate unwanted functionality. This plugin provides the choice to disable application passwords with a click.

This plugin does not collect or store any user data, does not set any cookies, and does not connect to any third-party locations, ensuring user privacy.

Comparing to Alternatives

Disable Application Passwords stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique solution for disabling application passwords in WordPress.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective at disabling application passwords.
Maintained for compatibility with new WordPress versions.
Highly praised for saving time and effort.
Created by a trusted developer with a strong reputation.
Lightweight and easy to install.

Weaknesses

No alternative plugins to compare feature sets.
Limited to a very specific functionality.
Lacks advanced customization options.
No direct competition to benchmark against.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all 9 reviewers, user sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the plugin's reliability and usefulness.

Positive highlights

'A must have in every WordPress!' - Suki
'Saved me so much time.' - 1yearplan
'Thanks Jeff for saving my time' - Jean Werk
'Another Exceptional Plugin' - Kyler Boudreau
'Works very great with the Latest PHP/WordPress blogs' - tinaponting

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a straightforward, reliable way to disable application passwords without coding, especially those who value compatibility and ease of use.

Not ideal for

Users seeking a plugin with broader security features or extensive customization options may find this plugin too narrowly focused.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version effectively disables application passwords, providing essential functionality without cost.

Pro version

No paid version is clearly promoted, so most users rely on the free plugin offering.

Final Verdict

Disable Application Passwords is a highly effective and well-regarded plugin that fulfills a specific need with simplicity and reliability. Its perfect rating and lack of vulnerabilities make it a trustworthy choice for users wanting to disable application passwords in WordPress.

While it lacks direct alternatives and advanced features, its focused functionality and strong user approval make it an excellent tool for those who need this capability without extra complexity.