# Stopping other sites from embedding your WordPress posts

> Stop other websites from embedding your WordPress posts by disabling oEmbed with a short PHP snippet.

Source: https://helpcenter.ruachost.com/wordpress/guides/disabling-embedding-of-wordpress-posts-remotely-on-3rdparty-sites/

WordPress uses the **oEmbed** protocol to allow posts and pages to be embedded on other websites. While this feature is convenient, it can expose your content to unwanted use. On **ruachost.com**, you can disable remote embedding of your WordPress posts with a simple PHP snippet.

## Why Disable oEmbed?

- Prevents third‑party sites from embedding your posts without permission.
- Reduces bandwidth usage from external requests.
- Improves site security by limiting exposure.
- Keeps your content under your control.

## Steps to Disable oEmbed in WordPress

1. **Log in to WordPress** with an administrator account.
2. In the dashboard, go to **Appearance → Theme Editor**.
3. Select your active theme and open the **functions.php** file.
4. Add the following code snippet at the end of the file:

   ```
   // Disable oEmbed functionality in WordPress
   function disable_oembed() {
       wp_dequeue_script('wp-embed');
   }
   add_action('wp_footer', 'disable_oembed');
   ```
5. Click **Update File** to save changes.
6. Refresh your site → WordPress posts can no longer be embedded remotely.

## Important Notes

- Always **back up your theme files** before editing.
- Use a **child theme** to preserve changes during theme updates.
- Disabling oEmbed does not affect internal embeds (e.g., embedding YouTube videos in your own posts).
- If you later want to re‑enable oEmbed, simply remove the code snippet.