# Lockout Notifications

Note: This is a pro feature.

![lockout notification checkpoint](https://docs.wpultimatesecurity.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/lockout-check-point.png)

## Lockout Notifications

The switch controls the configuration setting

![lockout notification enable](https://docs.wpultimatesecurity.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/lockout.png)

## Notification Email

- Enter the email address where you want to receive these alerts.

- After you type your email, click “send text” button. It will send a test email to make sure everything is working correctly. Check the Spam folder if it’s not found in the inbox

## Notify On

![lockout notify](https://docs.wpultimatesecurity.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/lockout-notification-1.png)

### User Lockout

Sends an email when someone is blocked for trying the wrong password too many times.

### Extended Lockout

 Sends an email when a persistent hacker is blocked for a long time (usually because they kept trying to break in).

### Recovery URL Used

Sends an email if someone uses the secret “Emergency Unlock Key.”

## Email Rate Limit

If your site is under attack, you might get hundreds of alerts in a few minutes. This setting stops that. It limits the emails to 10 (default) per hour. This way, you stay informed, but your inbox doesn’t get completely clogged up.

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Once you have your email address set and your choices made, click Save Changes at the bottom of the page.

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Source: https://docs.wpultimatesecurity.com/docs/brute-force-protection/lockout-notifications/