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Kwayy HTML Sitemap

By Bimal Rekhadiya

Site Structure & Navigation / Sitemaps & Site Structure

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Kwayy HTML Sitemap Review - In-Depth Analysis

Kwayy HTML Sitemap generates an HTML sitemap for your website. It displays Pages, Posts, and Custom Post Types. Easily customizable with a shortcode.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.57/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 18+ reviews)

Active Installations

6,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

4 / 10 (Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Kwayy HTML Sitemap will generate HTML (not XML) sitemap for your sitemap page. The plugin will not only show Page and Posts but also your other Custom Post Type like Products etc. You can also configure to show or hide your Post Types. You just need to create a page for Sitemap and insert our shortcode [kwayy-sitemap] to display HTML sitemap.

Features include options to customize settings, very easy to use with just a shortcode, SEO friendly code output, drag and drop sorting for each Post Type, and the ability to exclude any post from the Sitemap list. You can enable or disable each Post Type and change the title of custom post types.

For support, you can start a new discussion on our official support forum.

Comparing to Alternatives

Kwayy HTML Sitemap offers a straightforward HTML sitemap solution with some unique features, but it faces competition from several established alternatives in the WordPress ecosystem.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and easy to install and set up.
Produces a readable sitemap format.
High user rating indicating satisfaction.
Free to use with no paid version required.

Weaknesses

Lacks hierarchical sitemap structure.
Has known security vulnerabilities, including CSRF and stored XSS.
Limited advanced features compared to some alternatives.
No pro version to unlock additional functionality.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings and very few low ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness, though some concerns exist.

Positive highlights

"Easy to install, activate and setup. Does exactly as what was needed and is presented in a readable format." — azapexinvsolns
High overall satisfaction with 88.9% of ratings at 5 stars.
Users find the plugin straightforward and functional for basic sitemap needs.

Common complaints

Lack of hierarchical sitemap structure.

Weaknesses

Security vulnerabilities noted, including cross-site request forgery and stored XSS issues.
Limited sitemap customization options.
No premium support or advanced features due to absence of a pro version.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, easy-to-use HTML sitemap plugin without the need for advanced features or hierarchical sitemaps.

Not ideal for

Those requiring a hierarchical sitemap structure, advanced customization, or who prioritize security due to known vulnerabilities in this plugin.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes basic HTML sitemap generation with easy setup and readable output.

Final Verdict

Kwayy HTML Sitemap is a solid choice for users who want a simple and effective HTML sitemap solution without extra bells and whistles. Its high user ratings reflect satisfaction with ease of use and functionality.

However, the plugin's lack of hierarchical sitemap support and known security vulnerabilities may deter users needing more advanced features or enhanced security. Alternatives may better serve those needs.