WPMasterToolKit "Ban Emails" module: Block unwanted e-mail addresses on WordPress
Introduction
Security and user management are top priorities for any WordPress site administrator. Whether it's to protect your site from spam or prevent certain users from accessing your services, it's sometimes essential to restrict registrations based on specific e-mail addresses. That's why we've developed the "Ban EmailsWPMasterToolKit's integrated feature makes it easy to ban unwanted e-mail addresses or domains.
Which plugin can the "Ban Emails" module replace?
The "Ban Emails" module can easily replace dedicated plugins such as Ban Hammer or Block Disposable Emails. It offers a lightweight, optimized solution fully integrated into the WPMasterToolKit ecosystem.
Main features of the "Ban Emails" module
- Block specific e-mail addresses or domains
With this module, you can create a blacklist of e-mail addresses or domains. For example :- Block an entire domain (e.g. :
@spamdomain.com
) - Block a specific address (e.g. :
user@domain.com
) - Block partial keywords (e.g. :
spamuser
will block all addresses containing "spamuser").
- Block an entire domain (e.g. :
- Redirecting blocked users
If a user tries to register with a blocked address, you can choose to redirect them to a personalized URL. This can be useful to explain why their registration was refused, or to redirect them to a support page. - Customized error messages
If no redirection is configured, an error message is displayed when attempting to register with a blocked address. The message is clear and indicates that the e-mail address is not accepted. - Settings from the WordPress dashboard
The "Ban Emails" module adds a sub-menu to the WPMasterToolKit settings. From this user-friendly interface, you can :- Enable/disable redirection for blocked e-mails.
- Configure redirection URL.
- Modify blacklist of addresses or domains.
How do I use the "Ban Emails" module?
- Access the module sub-menu
- Go to your WordPress dashboard.
- Under the WPMasterToolKitclick on Ban Emails.
- Configure blocked e-mails
- In the Blocked ListEnter the e-mail addresses, domains or keywords you wish to ban, one per line.
- Example:
spamuser @spamsite.com user@blockeddomain.com
- Enable redirection (optional)
- Check the Redirect Blocked Users if you wish to redirect blocked users.
- Enter the redirection URL in the corresponding field.
- Save settings
Click on the Register to apply your changes.
The technical choices behind the "Ban Emails" module
- Lightweight and optimized The module only loads the necessary PHP classes when activated, guaranteeing optimum performance for your site. Unlike other plugins that overload the system, "Ban Emails" integrates seamlessly into your WordPress installation.
- Compatibility with WordPress Core The module uses native WordPress hooks such as
register_post
to validate e-mail addresses at the time of registration, ensuring seamless integration with the user management system. - Customize redirects and messages By using secure functions such as
wp_redirect
andwp_safe_redirect
We have ensured that all redirections comply with best security practices.
Conclusion
The module "Ban Emails from WPMasterToolKit is a simple, effective and highly customizable solution for blocking unwanted e-mail addresses on your WordPress site. Whether you're looking to block spammers or restrict access to certain users, this module will meet your needs perfectly, while integrating effortlessly into your dashboard. Test it now for better subscription management!