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Controlled Admin Access Pro
Controlled Admin Access Pro is a WordPress plugin by WPRuby for giving limited, temporary admin access to developers, designers or support people. You choose which dashboard menus and plugin pages they can see, set when access ends, and keep an eye on what they do.
- Version
- 2.3.1
- Released
- Mar 23, 2026
- Developer
- WPRuby
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $5.59 a year on its own
What’s new in Controlled Admin Access Pro 2.3.1
Version 2.3.1
Latest
- FixedUpdate email title and remove preheader text in email template.
What it does
Bringing in outside help often means handing over a full administrator account, which exposes settings and configuration you would rather keep private. This plugin gives you a middle ground. You create restricted admin access that shows only the dashboard menus and plugin pages you select, so a contractor fixing one plugin never needs to see the rest of your backend. You can also hide the WordPress admin bar for these users to keep their view simple.
Access is temporary by design. You set an expiration date, and permissions are disabled automatically once that period ends. Restricted admins can sign in through a secure login link instead of a password, which makes handing out access quicker. While they work, the plugin tracks their activity so you can review what was done, and you can force a logout or disable the account at any time if plans change.
Best for
- Site owners hiring freelance developers or designers
- Agencies granting clients' contractors limited dashboard access
- Businesses giving support staff temporary backend access
Features
Choose visible menus and pages
Select exactly which dashboard menus and plugin pages a restricted admin can see, keeping every other part of the backend hidden from them.
Expiring access
Set an expiration date on admin access so permissions are disabled automatically after the period you choose, with no need to remember to remove them.
Hide the admin bar
Remove the WordPress admin bar for restricted users to give them a simpler interface and reduce confusion while they work on your site.
Password-free login links
Send temporary admins a secure login link so they can sign in without a password, making it quicker to give someone access.
Activity tracking
Monitor what restricted admins do inside your site, giving you a record to review and clearer accountability for third-party work.
Force logout and disable access
Log a restricted admin out or disable their account at any moment, so you stay in charge of who can reach your dashboard.
Simple permission management
Use a management screen built for setting permissions and access timelines, so configuring a new restricted admin takes little effort.
Controlled Admin Access Pro older versions
- 2.3.0Oct 14, 20252 new, 1 fix
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about Controlled Admin Access Pro
Can I let a developer see only one plugin's settings?
Yes. You pick the specific dashboard menus and plugin pages a restricted admin can view. Anything you do not select stays hidden from them, so a developer working on a single plugin only sees the areas you allowed.
What happens when a temporary admin's access period ends?
You set an expiration date when granting access. Once that date passes, the restricted admin's permissions are disabled automatically, so you do not have to remember to remove the account yourself.
Does the restricted user need a password to log in?
No. The plugin can provide a secure login link that lets a temporary admin sign in without a password. This makes it quicker to give someone access while still keeping entry controlled.
Can I see what a restricted admin changed on my site?
Yes. The plugin tracks the activity of restricted admins so you can review what they did. If something looks wrong, you can force a logout or disable their access right away.
Is Controlled Admin Access Pro free?
The code of Controlled Admin Access Pro is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Controlled Admin Access Pro is this?
Version 2.3.1, released Mar 23, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Controlled Admin Access Pro?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Controlled Admin Access Pro automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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