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WP REST API Controller

By Evan Herman

Developer Tools & Customization / API & Webhook Integration

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

WP REST API Controller Review - In-Depth Analysis

Manage and customize WP REST API endpoints with an easy UI. Control visibility and meta data for post types and taxonomies.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.92/10

User Rating

4.3/5 (based on 12+ reviews)

Active Installations

8,000+

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

WP REST API Controller allows admins to toggle the visibility of, and customize the endpoints for, all core and custom post types and taxonomies within WordPress with an easy-to-use graphical interface.

Additionally, you can tweak visibility and customize the meta data attached to the API response. This plugin enables you to enable or disable REST API endpoints for post types and taxonomies, as well as manage post type and taxonomy meta data.

It offers features such as renaming post type and taxonomy base endpoints, and making meta data names in API requests more user-friendly. You can manipulate and control post types and taxonomies created by third-party plugins and themes without writing a single line of PHP code.

Comparing to Alternatives

WP REST API Controller is one of several plugins designed to extend and control the WordPress REST API. It offers a focused feature set compared to other plugins in this category.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Intuitive interface for managing REST API endpoints
Allows customization of meta fields and taxonomies
Good compatibility with WooCommerce for exposing product data
No known security vulnerabilities
High user satisfaction with most reviews being 5 stars

Weaknesses

Limited support responsiveness reported by some users
Issues with saving taxonomies reported
No pro version with extended features
Some conflicts with reserved meta keys like 'id'

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star reviews and a small minority of 1-star ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's functionality but have noted some issues related to support and specific features.

Positive highlights

"Works great!" - thadknull
"Thanks! Awesome plugin!!!" - linkerx
"This is the best of best!!!" - antimine
"Saved me a lot of time exposing WooCommerce product price" - Anonymous

Common complaints

Plugin does not remove certain elements as expected
Taxonomies fail to save properly with no support response

Weaknesses

Support responsiveness is lacking
Some meta key conflicts can cause data display issues
Taxonomy saving bugs affect usability

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Developers and site owners needing a straightforward way to customize and control the WordPress REST API endpoints, especially those working with WooCommerce or custom meta fields.

Not ideal for

Users requiring robust support or advanced features beyond the free offering, or those who need guaranteed resolution for taxonomy saving issues.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential controls for managing REST API endpoints, including meta field and taxonomy customization.

Final Verdict

WP REST API Controller is a reliable and well-rated plugin that effectively extends WordPress REST API capabilities with no known security issues. It is particularly valued for its ease of use and compatibility with WooCommerce.

However, some users have experienced issues with taxonomy saving and support responsiveness, which may limit its suitability for those needing comprehensive assistance or advanced features. Alternatives exist but this plugin remains a strong choice for many use cases.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WP REST API Controller plugin.

API

Controller

Endpoint

Screenshots

FAQ

Yes! You can quickly and easily toggle the endpoints, so they are either accessible or inaccessible to API requests. Using our interface you can enable the post types you need, while disabling the ones you don’t.