JWT Authentication for WP REST API
JWT Authentication for WP REST API is needs configuration with Simply Static. Recommended setup: Simply Static Studio.
About this Plugin
This plugin seamlessly extends the WP REST API, enabling robust and secure authentication using JSON Web Tokens (JWT). It provides a straightforward way to authenticate users via the REST API, returning a standard JWT upon successful login.
Static WordPress Challenge
Static pages can be exported normally, but /token and /token/validate and any authenticated REST requests will not function on a static-only deployment; use Static Studio or another live API/proxy endpoint, and configure CORS and the JWT secret as needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is JWT Authentication for WP REST API compatible with Simply Static?
JWT Authentication for WP REST API works with Simply Static but needs some configuration. We recommend using Simply Static Studio for the best experience.
Which Simply Static product works best with JWT Authentication for WP REST API?
Based on our analysis, JWT Authentication for WP REST API works best with Simply Static Studio. Simply Static is for basic static sites, Simply Static Pro adds support for search, forms, and multilingual sites, and Simply Static Studio adds AJAX proxy and REST API support for supported integrations.
Does JWT Authentication for WP REST API affect static build times?
JWT Authentication for WP REST API has approximately 60,000 active installs. Plugins with complex shortcodes or dynamic blocks may add minor overhead to the static generation pass.
What configuration does JWT Authentication for WP REST API need for Simply Static?
Static pages can be exported normally, but /token and /token/validate and any authenticated REST requests will not function on a static-only deployment; use Static Studio or another live API/proxy endpoint, and configure CORS and the JWT secret as needed.
How often is this compatibility data updated?
All plugins are re-scanned monthly. Scans run five analysis passes including an AI classifier. The last tested date at the top of this page reflects the most recent scan.