Secure My WP Site – Content Restrict

Easily restrict access to pages and posts based on user login status. Set global defaults or configure per-page restrictions.

Prerequisites

Before using the plugin:

  1. Secure My WP Site – Login plugin must be installed and activated

Core Features

  • Global content restriction settings
  • Per-page/post restriction options
  • Customizable restriction messages
  • Custom login page URL support
  • Easy-to-use meta box controls
  • Developer-friendly helper functions
  • Default behavior settings
  • Content type-specific messages

Quick Start

  1. Upload the plugin files to /wp-content/plugins/secure-my-wp-site-content
  2. Make sure Secure My WP Site – Login plugin is installed and activated
  3. Activate the plugin through WordPress admin
  4. Use the Content Restrict settings page to configure global defaults
  5. Edit individual posts or pages to set specific restrictions

Configuration Options

Global Settings

  • Default Behavior: Choose between Everyone or Logged-in users only
  • Custom Message: Set message for restricted content with content_type and login_url placeholders
  • Login URL: Specify custom HTTPS login page URL (optional)

Per-Page Settings

  • Everyone: Content visible to all visitors
  • Logged-in users only: Content restricted to logged-in users
  • Overrides global settings per page/post

Content Management

  • Individual page restrictions
  • Post-specific settings
  • Override global defaults
  • Easy meta box controls

Integration Support

  • Works with Secure My WP Site – Login plugin
  • Compatible with all post types
  • Works with custom themes
  • Supports template integration

Troubleshooting Common Issues

  1. Plugin Not Activating
    • Verify Secure My WP Site – Login is installed and active
    • Check PHP version requirement
    • Ensure WordPress version is compatible
  2. Restrictions Not Working
    • Check global settings configuration
    • Verify individual page settings
    • Clear cache after changes
  3. Login URL Issues
    • Ensure HTTPS URL is used
    • Verify login page exists
    • Check URL formatting

Security Best Practices

  1. Always use HTTPS for login URL
  2. Regularly review restricted content
  3. Test restrictions while logged out
  4. Keep plugin updated
  5. Monitor access attempts

Requirements

  • WordPress 5.0 or higher
  • PHP 7.4 or higher
  • Modern web browser with JavaScript enabled
  • Secure My WP Site – Login plugin installed and activated

License

GPLv2 or later

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