Simple PageAccess
Simple PageAccess is probably the smallest, most powerful access control plugin you’ll ever install. In under 100 lines of code , it gives you role-based control over who can view each page — without cluttering your dashboard or slowing down your site. Adds a “Only Allow Logged In Users” checkbox to
Simple PageAccess is probably the smallest, most powerful access control plugin you’ll ever install.
In under 100 lines of code , it gives you role-based control over who can view each page — without cluttering your dashboard or slowing down your site.
- Adds a “Only Allow Logged In Users” checkbox to each page and post
- Dynamically show checkboxes for each user role via clean in-editor UI
- Restrict access with zero configuration , straight from the page editor
- Display a centered heading message: “You are not allowed to view this page!” for unauthorized users
- No separate settings page, no database bloat — just smart, surgical code
Perfect for membership sites, private client pages, internal portals, or any time you want fast, targeted access control.
Credits
Built by Christopher Harden — plugins.guru-is.com
- 01Upload the plugin files to the /wp-content/plugins/simple-pageaccess directory, or install via the WordPress Plugin Directory.
- 02Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- 03Edit any page. In the right-hand settings panel, check “Only Allow Logged In Users” to enable restrictions.
- 04Choose the user roles that should be allowed to view the page.
Frequently asked questions.
Can I restrict posts or custom post types?
Pages and posts are supported. Custom post types are not currently supported.