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title: "How to Stop Drag and Drop on WordPress Website?"
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date: 2023-02-24
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# How to Stop Drag and Drop on WordPress Website?

## Key Takeaways

- Nexter extension includes a Content Protection feature that allows users to disable drag and drop functionality.
- Users can enable the Disable Drag/Drop toggle in the Content Protection section of Nexter's dashboard.
- The Content Protection feature allows exclusion of users by role from drag and drop restrictions.

As the web and browsers are evolving, it is getting more and more user friendly but it also poses a challenge for content creators to keep their content secure. One such challenge is in modern browsers users can easily drag and drop images from any website to their local system. But with the correct measures, you can protect your images.

To check the complete feature overview documentation of Content Protection feature, [click here](/docs/content-protection-for-wordpress-overview/).

Here we will show how to stop Drag and Drop on WordPress with the Nexter extension Content Protection feature.

Following the below steps:

From the Dashboard, go to **Nexter **>** Extension**s > **Security**.

Then go to the **Content Protection** section, enable the toggle, and click the gear icon (⚙).

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/enable-content-protection-new-1024x511.png)

In the popup, go to the **Protections** tab, turn on the **Disable Drag/Drop** toggle.

From the **Who Can Access** section, you can exclude users by role from the above rules.

Then click the **Save** button.

![disable drag drop](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/disable-drag-drop-new.png)

Also, check [How to Disable Find on WordPress website](https://nexterwp.com/docs/disable-find-on-wordpress-website/).

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What if the Disable Drag/Drop toggle doesn't work?**
A: If the Disable Drag/Drop toggle fails to stop users from dragging images, ensure that the Content Protection feature is enabled in the Nexter Extension settings. Sometimes, browser settings or extensions may interfere with this functionality. Double-check that the toggle is saved correctly and consider clearing your browser cache to see if that resolves the issue.

**Q: What is the best practice for using the Content Protection feature?**
A: A best practice is to regularly review the user roles you have excluded from the drag and drop restrictions. This ensures that only necessary users have access while protecting your content from unauthorized downloads. Additionally, monitor user feedback to adjust settings as needed for optimal content security.

**Q: Does enabling Content Protection affect site performance?**
A: Enabling the Content Protection feature should not significantly impact your site's performance, as it is designed to work efficiently within the Nexter Extension framework. However, always test your site after making changes to ensure that loading times and user experience remain optimal.