A side-by-side comparison of the WordPress plugins that let you gate content by wallet and token ownership.
Token gating lets you restrict WordPress content to visitors who hold a specific cryptocurrency, NFT, or token. Instead of managing passwords and email lists, you let the blockchain verify who gets access.
There are a handful of WordPress plugins that offer some form of token gating. They differ in blockchain coverage, how they protect content, pricing models, and how actively they are maintained. This guide compares the main options available in 2026.
| Feature | SkyeGate | miniOrange Web3 | Unlock Protocol | Lit Protocol |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blockchains supported | 31 | ~8 | ~8 | ~12 |
| Solana support | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| WordPress shortcode | Yes | Yes | Gutenberg block | Custom |
| Server-side content protection | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Multi-condition gates | Up to 10 | No | No | No |
| Multi-wallet connection | Yes | No | No | No |
| Cryptographic proof | ECDSA-signed | No | No | No |
| Pricing | $49/mo | Free tier + paid | Free (open source) | Free (open source) |
Each plugin takes a different approach. Here is a closer look at what each one does well and where it falls short.
SkyeGate is a WordPress plugin built by Skye Meta that gates content using on-chain wallet verification. It works through a simple shortcode: wrap content in [skyegate], set the token contract, chain, and threshold, and the plugin handles wallet connection and verification.
What sets SkyeGate apart is the depth of the verification. Content is stored server-side and only delivered to the browser after the wallet passes verification. This means gated content does not appear in the page source, the DOM, or network requests until the visitor qualifies. Most other tools hide content with CSS, which means anyone with browser developer tools can find it.
SkyeGate supports 31 blockchains (30 EVM chains plus Solana), connects MetaMask, Phantom, and Coinbase Wallet simultaneously, and allows up to 10 conditions per gate. Each verification is backed by an ECDSA-signed attestation from InsumerAPI, providing cryptographic proof that the check happened and what the result was.
Pricing: $49/mo or $350/yr. Unlimited gate rules, all blockchains, unlimited verified users with no per-member fees.
Best for: Sites that need real content protection, multi-chain support, or complex gating rules (for example, requiring tokens on Ethereum and an NFT on Solana in the same gate).
Disclosure: SkyeGate is made by Skye Meta, the publisher of this blog.
miniOrange offers a WordPress plugin called "Web3 — Crypto wallet Login & NFT token gating." It is part of miniOrange's broader portfolio of over 50 WordPress plugins covering SSO, two-factor authentication, and identity management.
The plugin supports wallet login via MetaMask and other popular wallets, with token gating for ERC-20 and ERC-721 tokens. It also integrates with WooCommerce for gating products, and with LMS plugins like LearnDash for gating courses. The free tier covers wallet login but does not include token gating, which requires a paid plan.
miniOrange supports several EVM chains plus Solana, Algorand, XRPL, Cardano, and Hedera. It includes features like role mapping based on NFT ownership, which is useful for sites that assign WordPress user roles based on what a visitor holds.
Pricing: Free tier available (wallet login only). Paid plans start at $49/year for token gating features.
Best for: Sites that want wallet login with WordPress role mapping, or that need WooCommerce or LMS integration.
Unlock Protocol is an open-source protocol for creating membership NFTs. The idea is that you deploy a "Lock" smart contract, and visitors purchase a "Key" (an NFT) to unlock access. Their WordPress plugin checks whether a visitor holds the key NFT and shows or hides content accordingly.
The WordPress plugin uses Gutenberg blocks rather than shortcodes, so it works natively in the WordPress block editor. Unlock also supports credit card payments, so visitors do not necessarily need a crypto wallet to purchase a key. The protocol is governed by a DAO and has a broader ecosystem beyond WordPress, including integrations with Discord and other platforms.
Unlock primarily supports Ethereum and a handful of other EVM chains. It does not support Solana or non-EVM blockchains. The WordPress plugin has not been updated since August 2023 and carries a WordPress.org notice that it has not been tested with the latest major WordPress releases.
Pricing: Free and open source. No plugin cost, but deploying a Lock requires a smart contract transaction (gas fees apply).
Best for: Projects that want to sell memberships as NFTs, or that prefer an open-source, protocol-based approach and are comfortable with Gutenberg blocks.
Lit Protocol is a decentralized key management and access control network. It is primarily a developer tool for building applications that use on-chain conditions to control access to data. Their WordPress plugin was an early experiment that used Lit's access control to gate pages and posts.
Lit supports server-side encryption, which means content is genuinely protected rather than just hidden with CSS. The protocol supports a range of EVM chains and Solana. However, Lit has shifted its focus toward AI agent wallets and programmable signing, and the WordPress plugin has not been actively maintained. On WordPress.org, it shows only 20+ active installations and has not been tested with recent WordPress versions.
Pricing: Free and open source. Requires some developer setup.
Best for: Developers who are already using the Lit Protocol ecosystem and want to extend access control to WordPress.
EthPress: A lightweight wallet login plugin for WordPress. It handles wallet authentication but does not include token gating. If you only need visitors to sign in with MetaMask (without gating content by token balance), EthPress is a simple option.
Collab.Land: The most popular token gating tool in crypto, but it is designed for Discord and Telegram communities, not websites. If your community lives on Discord and you need token-gated channels, Collab.Land is the standard. It does not have a WordPress plugin.
The right plugin depends on what you are building. Here are the main factors to weigh:
Token gating for WordPress is still a relatively young category. The options range from full-featured commercial plugins to open-source projects with varying levels of maintenance. If you are evaluating tools, the comparison table at the top of this page is a good starting point. From there, consider your specific needs: which blockchains your audience uses, how important real content protection is, and whether you need features like multi-condition gates or WooCommerce integration.
For a deeper look at how token gating works in WordPress, see our guides on creating token-gated content, adding wallet login, verifying NFT ownership, and building a crypto membership site.
If you are looking to token-gate WooCommerce products or apply wallet-verified discounts at checkout, see How to Token-Gate WooCommerce Products using SkyeWoo — the commerce counterpart to SkyeGate.