How Shield: Blocks Bots, Protects Users, and Prevents Security Breaches Affects Your WordPress Speed

B-

Estimated Speed Score (based on plugin metrics)

Plugin Overview

Active Installs40K+

Rating4.8/5 (1,032)

Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1

Requires PHP7.4+

Last UpdatedJan 13, 2026

Downloads12.5M+

AuthorPaul

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Performance Analysis

Performance Impact

Shield: Blocks Bots, Protects Users, and Prevents Security Breaches receives an estimated speed score of B- based on our heuristic analysis of plugin metrics including update frequency, PHP requirements, active installs, and feature scope.

This plugin has a moderate performance footprint. For most sites, it should not cause noticeable slowdown. Monitor your site’s performance after installation.

Maintenance Status

Last updated: 2026-01-13. Requires PHP 7.4+. Trusted by 40K+ active installations.

Note: Speed scores are estimated from plugin metrics. Real-world performance varies depending on your server configuration, other active plugins, and how you use the plugin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Shield: Blocks Bots, Protects Users, and Prevents Security Breaches slow down WordPress?

Shield: Blocks Bots, Protects Users, and Prevents Security Breaches has an estimated speed score of B-. It has a moderate impact. Monitor your site speed after installation.

Is Shield: Blocks Bots, Protects Users, and Prevents Security Breaches still maintained?

Shield: Blocks Bots, Protects Users, and Prevents Security Breaches was last updated on 2026-01-13. It has 40K+ active installations, indicating it is actively maintained and widely trusted.

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