Banned Plugins List

Below is the list of WordPress plugins that are restricted in our hosting environment:

1. Caching Plugins

Our built-in caching solutions eliminate the need for third-party caching plugins. The following plugins are not allowed:

  • W3 Total Cache
  • WP Super Cache
  • WP Fastest Cache
  • Cache Enabler
  • Hyper Cache

2. Backup Plugins

To maintain optimal server performance and prevent redundant backups, the following plugins are restricted:

  • BackupBuddy
  • BackUpWordPress
  • BackWPup
  • Duplicator
  • WP DB Backup
  • UpdraftPlus

3. Database Management Plugins

Plugins that interact directly with the database can pose security risks or performance issues. The following plugins are not allowed:

  • Adminer
  • WP-DBManager
  • Portable phpMyAdmin
  • WP Database Optimizer
  • WP Optimize

4. Related Posts Plugins

These plugins perform complex queries that slow down website performance. The following are restricted:

  • Contextual Related Posts
  • Similar Posts
  • Yet Another Related Posts Plugin (YARPP)
  • Dynamic Related Posts
  • SEO Auto Links & Related Posts

5. Security Plugins

We implement server-level security measures that may conflict with the following WordPress security plugins:

  • Wordfence Security
  • iThemes Security
  • All In One WP Security & Firewall
  • WP Hide & Security Enhancer
  • Bad Behavior

6. Broken Link Checking Plugins

To prevent excessive database queries, the following plugin is restricted:

  • Broken Link Checker

If you have any questions or need recommendations for alternative solutions, please contact our support team.