Changing the WordPress admin path from the default /wp-admin to a custom path increases your site's security and protects it from hacking attempts.
Security Benefit: Hiding the admin path makes it difficult for hackers to access it.
Method One: Using Protect Your Admin Plugin
Step One: Install Plugin
From Plugins menu select Add New
Step Two: Search and Install Plugin
Search for "Protect Your Admin" plugin
Click "Install Now" then "Activate"
Step Three: Access Plugin Settings
Go to Settings menu then select "Protect WP Admin"
Step Four: Configure New Path
Enter the new name for admin panel in the input field
Select "Enable" option
Click "Save Settings"
Important: The new name entered is your new URL for accessing WordPress admin instead of /wp-admin. Keep this path in a safe place!
Method Two: Using Change wp-admin login Plugin
Alternative method using "Change wp-admin login" plugin. Watch the video tutorial:
Important Security Tips
Choose a hard-to-guess path: Avoid names like "admin" or "login"
Keep the new path safe: Write it down securely to avoid losing it
Test the path: Make sure the new path works before logging out
Create backup: Before applying any changes
Emergency Access Recovery
If you lose the new path: • Deactivate the plugin from cPanel • Or delete the plugin folder from /wp-content/plugins/ • The path will return to default /wp-admin