Disable Plugin Installation
Disable Plugin Installation is a simple WordPress plugin that allows administrators to enable or disable plugin installation directly from the WordPress admin panel.
by Nasreen Shah · github.com/nasreen0786/disable-add-plugin-option
Install
No release zip yet. The repository archive installs, but the folder name will carry the branch suffix and updates will not flow:
wp plugin install https://github.com/nasreen0786/disable-add-plugin-option/archive/refs/heads/main.zipDescription
Disable Plugin Installation is a simple WordPress plugin that allows administrators to enable or disable plugin installation directly from the WordPress admin panel.
When the option is enabled, the plugin prevents administrators from installing new plugins through the WordPress dashboard. This can be useful for maintaining security, preventing unauthorized plugin installations, or restricting modifications on production websites.
Features
- Enable or disable plugin installation from the admin settings
- Simple checkbox-based control
- Lightweight and easy to use
- Helps improve website security
- No coding required
Installation
- Download or clone this repository.
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Go to WordPress Dashboard → Plugins.
- Activate the Disable Plugin Installation plugin.
Usage
- Go to WordPress Dashboard → Settings → Plugin Settings.
- Check the option Disable Plugin Installation.
- Click Save Changes.
Once enabled, administrators will no longer be able to install new plugins from the WordPress dashboard.
To allow plugin installation again, simply uncheck the option and save the settings.
Requirements
- WordPress 5.0 or higher
- Administrator access to configure settings
Version
1.1
Author
Nasreen Shah
License
This plugin is open-source and can be modified or distributed under the GPL license.