Best login lock plugins for WordPress

The most popular login lock plugins for WordPress in November 2026, in WordPress.org’s own popular order, which follows active installs. SiteGuard WP Plugin leads with 600K+ active installs, ahead of CloudSecure WP Security (200K+) and Limit Login Attempts Security (10+). All 3 plugins tagged “login lock” are below, with figures from WordPress.org that update every day.

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Top 3 login lock plugins

1.
SiteGuard WP Plugin
The most installed login lock plugin, with 600K+ active installs. Rated 4.3 from 15 reviews, updated 2 weeks ago.
2.
CloudSecure WP Security
200K+ active installs. Only 2 reviews so far, updated 3 weeks ago.
3.
Limit Login Attempts Security
10+ active installs. No reviews yet, last updated 7 years ago. Tested only up to WordPress 5.2.30.