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How to unlock locked WordPress users (2FA)

When someone does not configure two-factor authentication (2FA) within the configured grace period, their user is locked. When this happens the plugin sends an email to the owner of the user advising them that the user has been locked. Also, the user cannot login on the website until it is unlocked.

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Who can unlock locked WordPress users and how?

Only administrator can unlock locked WordPress users that did not configure 2FA within the grace period. There are two places from where you can unlock locked users.

You can do so from the users’ list in the WordPress dashboard. Simply hover over the username and click Unlock user. The option is highlighted in the below screenshot:

who can unlock locked wordpress users and how?

You can also unlock locked WordPress users by clicking the button Unlock user and reset the grace period in the WP 2FA settings at the bottom of the user profile page.

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What happens when a WordPress user is unlocked?

When a WordPress user is unlocked the user’s owner can log back into the website. The grace period is also reset, allowing the user to configure and use 2FA within that period.

Add an extra layer of security to your WordPress – get WP 2FA!

Uploading WP 2FA as a zip file in WordPress
WP 2FA in the WordPress plugin repository
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Installing WP 2FA Free

Congratulations on taking the first step towards enhancing your WordPress site's security with WP 2FA Free! You're now on your way to protecting your valuable data and ensuring peace of mind. No coding or technical knowledge is required.

 

Below are two ways to install WP 2FA on your website:

Go to your plugin dashboard on your site, then go to "Add New", and then search for WP 2FA.

Download the WP 2FA plugin zip, then select upload in your plugin dashboard under "Add New".

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Uploading CAPTCHA 4WP as a zip file in WordPress
CAPTCHA 4WP in the WordPress plugin repository
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Installing CAPTCHA 4WP Free

Well done you. You're one step closer to safeguarding your WordPress website from spam and automated attacks with CAPTCHA 4WP. You'll be able to effortlessly integrate CAPTCHA into your forms and enjoy a website with enhanced security.

 

Below are two ways to install CAPTCHA 4WP on your website:

Go to your plugin dashboard on your site, then go to "Add New", and then search for CAPTCHA 4WP.

Download the CAPTCHA 4WP plugin zip, then select upload in your plugin dashboard under "Add New".

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Uploading WP Activity Log as a zip file in WordPress
WP Activity Log in the WordPress plugin repository
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Installing WP Activity Log Free on your website

You deserve a pat on the back for choosing to record user actions and changes on your website. That is the first step towards better user accountability, easier troubleshooting of website security, and many other benefits of issues.

 

Below are the two ways to install WP Activity Log on your website:

Go to your plugin dashboard on your site, then go to "Add New" and then search for WP Activity Log.

Download the WP Activity Log plugin zip, then select upload in your plugin dashboard under "Add New".

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Uploading Melapress Login Security as a zip file in WordPress
Melapress Login Security in the WordPress plugin repository
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Installing Melapress Login Security Free

Congratulations on taking control of your WordPress website's security by implementing robust login and password policies with Melapress Login Security. You can change your login page URL, limit failed login attempts, and reset passwords.

 

Below are two ways to install Melapress Login Security on your website:

Go to your plugin dashboard on your site, then go to "Add New" and then search for Melapress Login Security.

Download the Melapress Login Security plugin zip, then select upload in your plugin dashboard under "Add New".

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