WP 2FA – Two-factor authentication for WordPress

84 Quality Score

Active Installs

23/30

With 100,000 active installs, WP 2FA has a solid niche following but sits well behind general security suites that have millions of installs.

Update Freshness

25/25

A recent update on July 7, 2026, and compatibility with WordPress 7.0 indicate the developer is actively maintaining the plugin against the latest core releases.

User Rating

14/15

A 94 out of 100 rating from 169 reviews signals strong user satisfaction, though the smaller sample size gives it less statistical weight than plugins with thousands of ratings.

Support Health

8/15

Only 3 support threads exist with 2 resolved, which is a very low volume that could mean few issues arise, but it also means there is limited public track record for troubleshooting complex problems.

WP Compatibility

15/15

Requiring PHP 7.4 and WordPress 5.5 as a minimum, with testing against WordPress 7.0, shows modern and forward-looking compatibility requirements.

Scores higher than 93% of indexed plugins

About

Get better WordPress login security; add two-factor authentication (2FA) for all your users with this easy-to-use plugin.

Active Installs 100k+

Rating ★★★★½ 4.7/5

Last Updated 2026-08-11 8:51am GMT

Requires WordPress 5.5+

Tested Up To 7.0.4

Requires PHP 7.4+

Security History

11 known vulnerabilities, all patched

11 Medium

Most recent: July 29, 2026

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2FA <= 4.0.0 - Two-Factor Authentication Bypass Medium

July 29, 2026 Patched in ["4.1.0"] CVE-2026-15372

WP 2FA <= 3.1.1.1 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) Account Takeover Medium

June 23, 2026 Patched in ["3.1.1.2"] CVE-2026-12988

WP 2FA – Two-factor authentication for WordPress <= 2.9.3 - 2-Factor Authentication Bypass Medium

November 3, 2025 Patched in ["3.0.0"] CVE-2025-12628

WP 2FA <= 2.6.3 - Unauthenticated Information Exposure via Log File Medium

June 20, 2024 Patched in ["2.6.4"] CVE-2022-44587

WP 2FA – Two-factor authentication for WordPress <= 2.6.2 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting Medium

April 16, 2024 Patched in ["2.6.3"] CVE-2024-32568

WP 2FA – Two-factor authentication for WordPress <= 2.5.0 - Cross-Site Request Forgery Medium

January 2, 2024 Patched in ["2.6.0"] CVE-2023-6520

WP 2FA <= 2.5.0 - Insecure Direct Object Reference to Arbitrary Email Sending Medium

January 2, 2024 Patched in ["2.6.0"] CVE-2023-6506

WP 2FA – Two-factor authentication for WordPress <= 2.2.0 - Missing Authorization Medium

December 7, 2022 Patched in ["2.2.1"] CVE-2022-44595

WP 2FA <= 2.2.1 - Time-Based TOTP attack to Sensitive Information Exposure Medium

September 14, 2022 Patched in ["2.3.0"] CVE-2022-2891

WP 2FA – Two-factor authentication for WordPress <= 2.2.0 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting Medium

May 6, 2022 Patched in ["2.2.1"] CVE-2022-1527

WP 2FA – Two-factor authentication for WordPress <= 2.1.0 - Insecure Direct Object Reference Medium

April 13, 2022 Patched in ["2.2.0"]

What It Does

WP 2FA adds two-factor authentication to WordPress logins, requiring users to enter a one-time code from an authenticator app, email, or other method in addition to their password. The plugin provides setup wizards, enforcement policies for specific user roles, and backup codes for account recovery. It focuses purely on login hardening without bundling a firewall, malware scanner, or broader security suite.

Who It's For

This plugin is a good fit for site owners who want a dedicated, lightweight 2FA solution without installing a heavyweight security suite that includes features they do not need. It works well for agencies and multi-author sites that need to enforce 2FA on admins and editors while keeping the configuration manageable. Small business owners who want a clear setup wizard and policy enforcement will also benefit.

Who Should Skip It

If you already run a security suite like Wordfence, Really Simple Security, or AIOS that includes built-in 2FA, adding WP 2FA is redundant. Sites with very few users or no sensitive data may not need the extra login friction at all.

The Bottom Line

WP 2FA earns an overall quality score of 83.99 out of 100, driven by strong maintenance and user ratings but pulled down by a thin support footprint. It is a focused, well-maintained option for sites that want 2FA without committing to a full security suite. For larger or higher-risk sites, a bundled security plugin with built-in 2FA may offer better value.

Pick this when you want a broader security stack that includes SSL management, firewall features, and 2FA bundled into one plugin.

Wordfence Security – Firewall, Malware Scan, and Login Security 97/100

Choose Wordfence when you need a full security platform with a web application firewall, malware scanning, and login protection beyond just 2FA.

All-In-One Security (AIOS) – Security and Firewall 91/100

Go with AIOS if you want free, layered security including firewall rules, login lockdown, and 2FA in a single package.

Limit Login Attempts Security – Login Security, 2FA, Firewall, Brute Force Prevention 89/100

Pick this when brute force protection and login throttling are your main concerns, with 2FA as a secondary feature.

Security Plugin, Firewall & Malware Scanner with Auto Removal 88/100

Choose this alternative when automatic malware cleanup is a priority alongside login hardening.