Restricted Blocks GPL WordPress Plugin Introduction
Restricted Blocks is a WordPress plugin that allows you to restrict access to specific Gutenberg blocks based on a great variety of conditions.
You can, for example, restrict content based on the user role, hide content for the users that live in specific geographic locations, conditionally display content based on the user device, make parts of the post unavailable to search engines, and more.
Types of restrictions
This section will provide you with details on the types of restrictions and the related usage examples.
FIXED
This restriction, when activated, removes a block from the front end.
Usage Examples – Temporarily hide existing or new sections of an article until they are ready to be published.
PASSWORD
The restricted content is displayed only after a successful password submission.
Usage Examples
- Display private content only to members of a club, community, or to your friends.
- Display downloadable material only to students of a class.
AGE
The plugin displays the content associated with this restriction if the user meets the age requirements defined in the back-end. Note that the user can declare its age by submitting the birth date with the provided form.
GEOLOCATION
This type of restriction allows you to display or hide blocks based on the location of the user.
Usage Examples
- Display different content based on the user location
- Make videos unavailable to users located in specific countries
Customizable Style
You can customize the colors and the typography of the elements displayed in the front-end with the 18 style options available in the back-end.
Restricted Blocks Plugin Technical Information
PLUGIN MANUAL
Please see the plugin manual for more information on the plugin installation and usage.
GEOLOCATION SERVICE
This plugin geolocates the users with GeoLite2. A free IP geolocation database is provided by MaxMind.
Note that to use the GeoLite2 database, you have to create a MaxMind account and accept their terms of service.
DEVICE DETECTION
The device of the user is detected with the Mobile Detect PHP class.
About Restricted Blocks Pro
Restricted Blocks Pro is a premium WordPress plugin developed by DAEXT. Restricts access to Gutenberg blocks based on a great variety of conditions. It is distributed under the GPL v2 or later licence, which means you can install it on an unlimited number of websites — including websites you build and manage for your clients.
Compatibility & Requirements
Restricted Blocks Pro requires WordPress 5.0 or later, and has been tested up to WordPress 6.7, and requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Our team checks every version for conflicts and clean activation — what you download is what we tested. This listing reflects version , updated within 24 hours of the upstream release.
Understanding the GPL Licence
The General Public License (GPL) is the same licence under which WordPress itself is released. It guarantees your freedom as a user: install Restricted Blocks Pro on unlimited websites, modify it for any project, and pass it on freely. There are no per-site fees, no activation locks, and no expiry dates. Our service simply ensures you receive a clean, tested copy at the lowest possible price.
What Makes digitalgpl Different
- Always up to date – We track upstream releases and update Restricted Blocks Pro within 24 hours of every new version.
- Zero domain restrictions – Use it on as many websites as you need, now and in the future.
- Round-the-clock delivery – Automated delivery means your download reaches you within seconds of purchase.
- Manually tested files – We do not list any file without first verifying it installs correctly on a clean WordPress setup.
- Safe payment processing – All transactions are encrypted and handled by trusted payment partners.
- Single purchase, lifetime access – Pay once, re-download anytime from your account at no extra charge.
Common Questions Answered
Is Restricted Blocks Pro compatible with my WordPress version?
Absolutely. Restricted Blocks Pro is fully tested through WordPress 6.7. We update our compatibility notes with every new version.
Am I allowed to use this on websites I build for clients?
Yes, completely. Under the GPL v2 or later licence, there are no restrictions on how many websites you can install Restricted Blocks Pro on, including commercial projects.
My server runs PHP 7.4. Will this work?
Restricted Blocks Pro requires PHP 7.4 as a minimum. Most shared hosting plans already run this version or higher.
Will I receive new versions when the developer releases them?
We monitor releases from DAEXT continuously. Once a new version is available, we verify and list it — and your account lets you re-download at any time for free.
Has this file been modified from the original?
No. The file is the genuine GPL release of Restricted Blocks Pro — identical to what DAEXT publishes. Nothing has been altered.
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