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Login Widget With Shortcode

By aviplugins.com

User Management & Authentication / User Registration & Login

Login Widget With Shortcode Review - In-Depth Analysis

This plugin provides a simple login form in a widget for user login from the frontend. It supports shortcode usage and is compatible with WordPress Multisite.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.67/10

User Rating

3.8/5 (based on 29+ reviews)

Active Installations

6,000+

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

This is a simple login form in a widget. Users can log in to the site directly from the frontend. The plugin is compatible with WordPress Multisite installations and allows the use of a shortcode to display the login form in pages or posts.

Just install the plugin and add the login widget in the sidebar. You can change optional settings in the Login Widget Settings from the admin panel. The form structure is simple, allowing for easy CSS customization.

The plugin also includes a forgot password feature and is responsive. Additionally, it is compatible with the WPML plugin for multilingual support.

The PRO version offers enhanced features, including login options with social media accounts like Facebook and Google. It also includes security features like CAPTCHA and IP blocking after multiple failed login attempts.

Comparing to Alternatives

Login Widget With Shortcode offers a straightforward login widget solution, but when compared to other plugins, it has distinct pros and cons.

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Strengths

Simple and easy to use interface
Provides a clean login widget without extra clutter
Includes shortcode functionality for flexible placement
Developers communicate updates transparently

Weaknesses

Basic styling requires manual CSS adjustments
Captcha implementation is weak and can be bypassed
Password reset functionality is limited and insecure
Lacks advanced security features like Google Captcha or 2FA integration

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights both the ease of use and significant security concerns with the plugin.

Positive highlights

'Simple and easy to use. Works as expected.' - ncstatedad
'Thanks for the good plugin!' - dieutridau
'It helped me a lot to get rid of the extra stuff in the regular login page.' - KJA4U

Common complaints

Captcha fails frequently and does not refresh
Password reset sends insecure short passwords
Requires PHP and CSS modifications for better appearance
Captcha can lock users out of admin area

Weaknesses

Captcha implementation is ineffective and outdated
Password reset process is insecure and inflexible
Out-of-the-box styling is minimal and unattractive

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, no-frills login widget with shortcode support who are comfortable customizing CSS and PHP for appearance and security enhancements.

Not ideal for

Those needing robust security features like effective CAPTCHA, two-factor authentication, or secure password reset options should consider alternative plugins.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides basic login widget functionality with shortcode support and minimal styling.

Pro version

The pro version typically offers enhanced features such as improved security options, better captcha integration, and additional customization settings.

Final Verdict

Login Widget With Shortcode is a straightforward plugin that delivers basic login widget functionality with shortcode support, suitable for users comfortable with manual customization.

However, its weak captcha system and insecure password reset process limit its suitability for sites requiring strong security, making it less ideal for security-conscious users.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Login Widget With Shortcode plugin.

Frontend login

WordPress multisite

Screenshots

FAQ

Please email me [email protected]. Contact me at https://www.aviplugins.com/support.php
Or you can write comments directly to my plugins page. Please visit here http://avifoujdar.wordpress.com/2014/02/13/login-widget/

If you want to translate the plugin in your language please translate the sample .PO file and email me the the file at [email protected] and I will include that in the language file. Sample .PO file can be downloaded from here