VPN Guard – Block VPN, Proxy, Bots & Anonymous Visitors

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42 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 13 listed. 29 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words). 3 of its tags aren't in the top 24 for their own search.

Directory rank

Ranked about #11,300 to #12,900, alongside the other plugins at 200+ installs. Plugins with the same install count swap places between wp.org requests, so this is where most of them sit. Checked monthly, last on 21 Oct 2026.

Share of active installs on each version of this plugin · 100% run the current release. Green is the current release; a big slice on older versions is a user base that has stopped updating.

Crossed into this band today and a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, so the real count is still just over 200.

1. ★★★★★ logicdigger

   9mo ago

   I have been using VPN Guard on my WooCommerce site for a few weeks, and it’s been really helpful. We were getting a lot of fake registrations and suspicious logins from VPN users, and this plugin reduced that significantly. I like that it doesn’t block all visitors, only protects important areas like login and checkout, so normal users are not affected. Setup was simple, and it works well with other security plugins.

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2. ★★★★★ codespring100

   9mo ago

   I recently installed VPN Guard on a WordPress site and was genuinely impressed by how focused and lightweight it feels compared to many all-in-one security plugins. Instead of trying to replace a firewall or malware scanner, it concentrates specifically on blocking VPNs, proxies and other anonymized traffic. That narrow focus is perfect, because it does the job efficiently without adding unnecessary complexity. Setup was straightforward. After installing the plugin from the official WordPress repository and connecting it to the vpnapi.io service, it immediately began identifying suspicious IP addresses. What stood out most was the flexibility. Rather than forcing site-wide blocking, it allows protection of specific areas like the login page or WooCommerce checkout. This is extremely useful for e-commerce sites or membership platforms that want tighter control over sensitive endpoints without accidentally blocking legitimate visitors across the entire site Overall, VPN Guard is a practical, well-built plugin that delivers exactly what it promises.

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3. ★★★★★ kainat4iqbal

   9mo ago

   VPN Guard is a powerful and reliable security plugin. It effectively blocks VPN users, proxies, bots, and anonymous visitors without affecting genuine traffic. The setup process is simple, and it works smoothly without slowing down the website. I especially appreciate the added layer of protection it provides. It gives peace of mind knowing that suspicious traffic is being filtered automatically. Highly recommended for anyone serious about website security. This topic was modified 5 months ago by kainat4iqbal.

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4. ★★★★★ introwebb

   9mo ago

   I have been working in WordPress services and security for over eight years and have been looking for a good free VPN and proxy blocking plugin that actually fits my style of work. I trust their detection system based on vpnapi.io, which has proven to be reliable for the time I tested it out, and I have not experienced any downtime or performance issues during or after installing it, even on WooCommerce websites. From a security perspective, the targeting is what stood out to me. Instead of blocking traffic site wide, you can protect specific weak points like login, checkout, account pages, or URLs and post types. This matters in practice, because we all know that the majority of wp attacks originate from third party integrations or known vulnerable endpoints rather than the entire site, and setting up a series of restrictions site-wide proves to be somewhat resource consuming. So isolation and targeting is good. I also reviewed the plugin code in the repository and it is clean and written according to WordPress. It works well alongside other security plugins I use that do not have such features and it does not really try to replace them. It really feels like a tool built by someone who understands how WordPress sites are actually attacked and maintained. It also does not leave any cookies for the visitors. 1,000 API requests per day is also enough for me.

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5. ★★★★★ karamilays002

   9mo ago

   Great VPN plugin. Easy to install and simple to use. Works smoothly without slowing down the website. Setup was quick and everything functions as expected. Recommended for anyone looking for a reliable VPN solution.

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6. ★★★★★ rajibkhan4312

   9mo ago

   Love this plugin! It effectively blocks VPNs, bots, and fake traffic. Setup was easy, no impact on site speed, and spam has reduced a lot. Highly recommended

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7. ★★★★★ stefanmk

   10mo ago

   This plugin solved an issue I had for quite a long time. It’s setup is really simple and straightforward. I use it for few days already, and plan to have it for many years to come. All options are free, and there are lot of them, my favorite by now is the targeting one which allows me to give extra layer of security to the crucial sections of my website. Great job team!

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8. ★★★★★ ahmsa67

   10mo ago

   VPN Guard is good and easy to use. Getting the API key is simple—just verify your email and you get 1,000 free requests per day. The interface feels clean. What I really like is the control. You’re not forced to block your whole site if you don’t want to. You can protect just the login page, WooCommerce checkout, wp-admin, or even specific posts and URLs. That flexibility is something many other plugins charge for.

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Growth timeline

Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow

1. 2026-10-31 100+ → 200+ up after 4 days in tier
2. 2026-10-27 200+ → 100+ down after 81 days in tier
3. 2026-08-07 300+ → 200+ down after 40 days in tier
4. 2026-06-28 200+ → 300+ up after 44 days in tier
5. 2026-05-15 300+ → 200+ down after 30 days in tier
6. 2026-04-15 200+ → 300+ up after 4 days in tier
7. 2026-04-11 300+ → 200+ down after 45 days in tier
8. 2026-02-25 200+ → 300+ up after 31 days in tier

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