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Frontend Admin by DynamiApps

By Shabti Kaplan

User Management & Authentication / User Registration & Login

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Frontend Admin by DynamiApps Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily create frontend forms for users to edit content without accessing the WordPress dashboard. Supports custom fields and user registration.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.98/10

User Rating

4.5/5 (based on 159+ reviews)

Active Installations

8,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

9.16 / 10 (Critical Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to add and edit posts, pages, users, terms, and ACF fields directly from the frontend of your site. Users can manage content without needing backend access, enhancing their experience.

With a user-friendly form builder, you can create forms that save custom meta data to various content types. Display these forms using Gutenberg blocks or shortcodes for easy integration.

Features include editing posts, adding new posts, deleting posts, and user profile management. You can also configure permissions based on user roles, hide the admin area, and display forms in modal popups.

Pro features include global options editing, form submission limits, email notifications, multi-step forms, and payment integration with Stripe and PayPal. The plugin also supports WooCommerce integration for adding products from the frontend.

Comparing to Alternatives

Frontend Admin by DynamiApps is a robust plugin for front-end content management with several direct competitors offering similar user management and front-end form features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Highly intuitive and easy to use for front-end form creation
Offers extensive customization options for content editing by authors
Integrates well with popular page builders like Elementor and Bricks
Provides a free version with substantial features
Active development with frequent updates addressing security issues

Weaknesses

Has a history of numerous critical and high-severity security vulnerabilities
Requires careful updating to avoid security risks
Some advanced styling options may require custom CSS knowledge
Certain features like 'Uploaded by current user' in Featured Image Field are missing in Elementor integration

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings and very few low ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's functionality and support, though some advanced feature requests remain.

Positive highlights

Great plugin, very intuitive and easy to use (sashad2003)
Excellent support from the developer (sashad2003)
Highly effective and user-friendly for content modification (webkomomai)
Free version offers great value (hattyo)
Works well with page builders and offers customization options (brigalo)

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Security vulnerabilities have been a significant concern historically
Some missing features in integration with Elementor
Styling complex forms may require additional CSS knowledge

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users needing a powerful and customizable front-end content management solution with good integration for page builders and who are comfortable maintaining up-to-date plugins for security.

Not ideal for

Users who prioritize out-of-the-box security without frequent updates or those requiring advanced Elementor-specific features not yet supported.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes core front-end form creation and content editing features suitable for many use cases.

Pro version

Premium features typically include advanced form fields, enhanced integrations, priority support, and additional customization options.

Final Verdict

Frontend Admin by DynamiApps is a feature-rich plugin that excels in front-end content management and form creation, supported by positive user feedback and active development. Its integration capabilities and ease of use make it a strong contender among similar plugins.

However, the plugin's history of critical security vulnerabilities requires users to be vigilant about updates and security practices. Those comfortable managing these aspects will find it a valuable tool, while others might consider alternatives with a cleaner security record.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Frontend Admin by DynamiApps plugin.

Frontend editing

Custom fields

User registration

FAQ

You can use a “action hook” to send emails when this form is registered: frontend_admin/save_post

If you purchase our pro version, you will be able to configure this from the form settings without any code. You will be able to send any number of emails upon form submission.