Admin Page Redirect

Overview

Automatically redirect users to the homepage when they try to access protected WordPress admin pages via direct URL. This feature is part of the Security & Access category in Hide Admin Bar Pro.

Feature Details

Prerequisites

• Hide Admin Bar Pro plugin must be installed and activated.
• Pro license required for this feature.

How to Configure

1. Go to your WordPress admin dashboard.
2. Navigate to Settings > Hide Admin Bar Settings.
3. Click the Security & Access tab (Pro features appear as separate tabs).
4. Configure the settings as needed and click Save.
5. Changes take effect immediately — no page refresh needed for visitors.

How It Works

When users with hidden admin bars try to access WordPress admin pages by typing the URL directly (e.g., wp-admin/profile.php), this feature redirects them to the homepage instead. You can choose which admin pages to protect, including profile, posts, tools, users, plugins, themes, and all settings pages. This prevents users from bypassing the hidden admin bar.

Benefits

• Prevents URL-based access to restricted admin pages.
• Configurable list of protected admin pages.
• Seamless redirect to homepage — no error pages.
• Strengthens the effectiveness of admin bar hiding.
• Supports 12+ different admin page types.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enable Admin Page Redirect?

Go to Settings > Hide Admin Bar Settings in your WordPress admin and navigate to the appropriate Pro tab.

Can I use this with other visibility conditions?

Yes, all visibility conditions work together. The plugin evaluates conditions in order: global settings, role-based, capability-based, and then Pro conditions (time, URL, device, per-user). If any condition triggers hiding, the admin bar is hidden.

What happens if I accidentally hide the admin bar for administrators?

The plugin provides a secure reset URL on the settings page. You can also access the reset URL directly to restore all settings to their defaults without needing the admin bar.