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SSH SFTP Updater Support

By TerraFrost

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

SSH SFTP Updater Support Review - In-Depth Analysis

SSH SFTP Updater Support simplifies updating WordPress installations using SFTP. It leverages phpseclib for hassle-free plugin installations.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.2/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 99+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Keeping your WordPress install up-to-date and installing plugins in a hassle-free manner is not so easy if your server uses SFTP. SSH SFTP Updater Support for WordPress uses phpseclib to remedy this deficiency.

To use it, after installing and activating the plugins, add the necessary constants early in the code in your wp-config.php:

a) define('FS_METHOD', 'ssh2');

b) Others as detailed in the official WP codex.

This plugin is offered and maintained as a free service to the WP community. You might also be interested in enhancing your WordPress site with other top plugins.

Comparing to Alternatives

SSH SFTP Updater Support stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique solution for managing updates via SSH and SFTP.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Seamlessly integrates SSH and SFTP for WordPress updates.
Highly rated with a 4.8 out of 5 average score.
Simple and easy to use, reducing manual server work.
Enhances security by using SSH/SFTP protocols for updates.
Reliable performance on various hosting environments.

Weaknesses

No direct alternatives to compare feature sets.
Compatibility issues reported with certain WordPress versions.
Limited to free version with no premium features.
May not support all hosting configurations out of the box.

User Sentiment Analysis

With 96% of users rating it 4 or 5 stars, the plugin enjoys overwhelmingly positive feedback, highlighting its effectiveness and ease of use. Negative reviews are minimal and do not indicate widespread issues.

Positive highlights

"Great plugin" - nicozub
"Perfect" - adquila
"Takes some pain off dealing with servers" - Skylabb
"Works great, thank you" - andytriboletti
"Perfect, works right!" - bscattolini

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Some users report compatibility issues with newer WordPress versions.
Lack of advanced features due to absence of a pro version.
Limited support for complex server environments.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward and secure way to update WordPress via SSH or SFTP, especially on hosting environments that restrict direct file system access.

Not ideal for

Users seeking advanced update management features or those who require guaranteed compatibility with the latest WordPress versions without occasional manual adjustments.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides full functionality for SSH and SFTP based updates, covering the essential needs of most users.

Final Verdict

SSH SFTP Updater Support is a highly effective and well-regarded plugin that fills a unique niche without direct competitors. Its ease of use and security benefits make it a valuable tool for users needing SSH/SFTP update capabilities.

While it lacks a pro version and has some compatibility limitations, its strong user satisfaction and absence of security vulnerabilities make it a reliable choice for most WordPress users requiring secure update methods.