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Import Users from CSV

By WP All Import

User Management & Authentication / User Registration & Login

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Import Users from CSV Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily import users from a CSV file into WordPress. Supports user roles and meta fields.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.92/10

User Rating

4.1/5 (based on 44+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

7.1 / 10 (High Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to import users from an uploaded CSV file. It will add users with basic information as well as meta fields and user role.

You can also choose to send a notification to the new users and to display password nag on user login.

This plugin imports all user fields and meta, updates existing users, and allows setting user roles. Notifications can be sent to new users if selected, and a password nag can be shown on user login if chosen.

Comparing to Alternatives

Import Users from CSV is a popular plugin for bulk importing users but faces competition from other plugins offering similar functionality with different feature sets.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports importing users with meta data.
Provides example CSV files for easier formatting.
Relatively straightforward to use for small to medium imports.
Has a pro version with additional features.
Good documentation and user support.

Weaknesses

Known security vulnerability fixed only in recent version.
Performance issues with large user lists causing timeouts.
Notification settings can be unreliable, leading to unwanted emails.
Memory usage can be high, causing server errors.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a majority of positive reviews but a notable minority of negative feedback, users appreciate the plugin's functionality but report issues with notifications and performance on larger imports.

Positive highlights

'Simply adequate' and met needs immediately - Adedayo Makinde
'A lifesaver, works well, documentation helpful' - jykiddie
'Worked a treat!' with helpful tips for new users - Zacher

Common complaints

Unwanted notification emails sent to all users despite opting out.
Plugin causes server memory exhaustion and error 500 issues.
Timeouts occur with larger user lists, limiting scalability.
Forced use in Paid Memberships Pro causes compatibility problems.

Weaknesses

Notification system can malfunction causing user confusion.
Not suitable for large-scale imports due to performance limits.
Integration with some plugins causes failures.
Security vulnerability was present before recent fix.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users needing to import small to medium numbers of users with meta data who want a straightforward and documented solution.

Not ideal for

Sites requiring large-scale imports, those sensitive to security risks, or users needing flawless notification control should consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version allows importing users from CSV with basic meta data support and includes example CSV files for formatting guidance.

Pro version

Offers enhanced features such as advanced meta data import, better compatibility, and possibly improved performance options.

Final Verdict

Import Users from CSV is a capable plugin for importing users with meta data, especially for small to medium-sized imports. It benefits from good documentation and a helpful user community, but users should be cautious of past security vulnerabilities and performance limitations on larger imports.

While the plugin offers a pro version with added features, users needing robust notification control or large-scale import capabilities may find better alternatives. Overall, it is a solid choice for straightforward user imports but requires careful consideration regarding its limitations and past security issues.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Import Users from CSV plugin.

Import users

CSV import

User management

Screenshots

FAQ

Click on the ‘Import From CSV’ link in the ‘Users’ menu, choose your CSV file, choose if you want to send a notification email to new users and if you want the password nag to be displayed when they login, then click ‘Import’.

Each row in your CSV file should represent a user; each column identifies user data or meta data.

If a column name matches a field in the user table, data from this column is imported in that field; if not, data is imported in a user meta field with the name of the column.

Look at the example.csv file in the plugin directory to have a better understanding of how the your CSV file should be organized.

You can try importing that file and look at the result.