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Easy Hide Login

By WebFactory

Security & Privacy / Security Scanning & Malware Protection

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Easy Hide Login Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily hide the wp-login.php file to enhance security. Prevent unauthorized access and attacks on your login form without altering core files.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.86/10

User Rating

4.4/5 (based on 43+ reviews)

Active Installations

20,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin provides a simple solution to hide the wp-login.php file and secure your site login. It does not rename wp-login.php or modify any core files, ensuring your site remains intact.

Access to the wp-login.php file is restricted without the specified slug in the URL. You can also easily redirect to the URL with the slug for added convenience.

To configure the settings, navigate to Settings > Easy Hide Login. This lightweight plugin offers features such as blocking the default wp-login.php and easily changing the slug text.

Comparing to Alternatives

Easy Hide Login is a popular plugin for hiding the WordPress login page, with several close alternatives available that offer similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective at hiding the login URL
Lightweight and easy to set up
Stops unwanted login attempts and DoS attacks
No complicated configuration required
Works as promised with minimal issues

Weaknesses

Known vulnerability fixed only in recent update
No pro version with additional features
May interfere with admin email verification causing 404 errors
Requires manual removal of admin links on front end to avoid broken links

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings and very few low ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness.

Positive highlights

"Works as promised" - synthezoid
"It does the job" - Cristian J. Hidalgo
"Works perfectly but remove any admin links on your front end" - Jonas Grumby
"Simple and effective" - johntisbury
"Perfect and light" - davidf76

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Interference with admin email verification causing 404 errors
No active developer response to some support requests
Requires manual edits to theme files for full compatibility
Security vulnerability was present before recent fix

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a lightweight, straightforward plugin to hide their WordPress login page without complex features.

Not ideal for

Those who need advanced security features or expect active developer support for compatibility issues and want to avoid manual theme edits.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides the core functionality of hiding the login URL effectively and is sufficient for most users.

Final Verdict

Easy Hide Login is a reliable and simple solution for hiding the WordPress login page, favored for its ease of use and effectiveness. While it has a minor security history, the issue was addressed promptly, and the plugin remains a solid choice for basic login protection.

However, users should be aware of some compatibility quirks and the lack of a pro version or active developer support for certain issues. Alternatives exist that may offer more features or support, but for straightforward needs, Easy Hide Login delivers good value at no cost.