Protect WP Admin Pro changes how visitors reach WordPress sign-in and the administration area. Choose a custom login URL, such as /myadmin, rename the wp-admin area completely, and block access through the default wp-admin and wp-login.php URLs. These controls work without modifying WordPress core files.

Control login routes and dashboard access

Set dashboard access rules for administrators or specified user IDs, then redirect unauthorized visitors and bots. Blocking the default login URLs can stop many automated brute-force attempts from reaching the usual login page. Role and user ID restrictions determine who may enter the dashboard.

The Pro controls also let you set login attempt limits, track login history, and change usernames. For the sign-in page, add a custom logo, adjust colors, and use additional style controls. These login features work independently of your theme.

Set up the custom route

First choose a custom login path. Then decide whether dashboard access should be limited to administrators or selected user IDs. Configure redirects for unauthorized visitors, and review the available styling, attempt-limit, history, and username settings.

After adding the Pro edition, define the new login URL and confirm that the website’s rewrite setup can handle it. If the new URL displays a 404 page, ensure .htaccess is writable and permalinks are not set to Plain.

Restore access if you are locked out

Rename the extension folder through FTP, for example from /protect-wp-admin to /pwa-disabled. This disables the extension so you can restore access and review its configuration.