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authLdap

By heiglandreas

User Management & Authentication / User Registration & Login

authLdap Review - In-Depth Analysis

Authenticate WordPress users using existing LDAP backends. Flexible and independent configuration options.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.81/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 19+ reviews)

Active Installations

5,000+

Update Frequency

Below 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

Use your existing LDAP as an authentication backend for your WordPress site. This plugin offers flexibility in choosing which LDAP backend to use, allowing extensive configuration for user authentication.

Once a user logs in, their information is added or updated in the WordPress user database, ensuring that WordPress always has the correct data. This means you only need to manage your users in one place.

Additionally, the plugin is failsafe; users can still log in even if the LDAP backend is temporarily unavailable. It also supports role mapping, allowing you to assign WordPress roles based on existing LDAP attributes.

Comparing to Alternatives

authLdap stands out among LDAP integration plugins for WordPress by offering straightforward setup and essential features like group mapping. Compared to alternatives such as Active Directory Integration / LDAP Integration, it provides a lightweight and user-friendly experience.

Top alternatives

Active Directory Integration / LDAP Integration

Strengths

Easy to set up with minimal configuration needed
Includes user group mapping functionality
Lightweight and stable codebase
Compatible with recent WordPress versions
Clear and clean configuration interface

Weaknesses

Lacks advanced features found in some premium plugins
No official pro version or premium support
Limited customization options beyond core LDAP functions

User Sentiment Analysis

Users consistently praise authLdap for its reliability, ease of use, and essential features, especially group mapping. Feedback highlights its stability and suitability for intranet environments.

Positive highlights

"Works perfectly and has group mapping!" - Karolina Vyskocilova
"Very flexible plugin, stable codebase, excellent documentation." - Christopher Sem
"Best LDAP plugin, best support, thanks a lot Andreas!" - sriviere
"Simple but Powerful Enough" - rozmansi
"Working very well with Active directory" - tom8254

Common complaints

No major complaints noted in user comments
Some users mention issues unrelated to the plugin itself

Weaknesses

No dedicated premium support
Limited feature set compared to paid alternatives
No frequent updates or new features

Who Should Use This?

Best for

authLdap is ideal for WordPress site administrators seeking a simple, reliable LDAP authentication plugin with group mapping, especially for intranet or internal sites.

Not ideal for

It may not suit users needing advanced LDAP features, extensive customization, or dedicated premium support, as it lacks a pro version and advanced options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes all core LDAP authentication features, group mapping, and compatibility with recent WordPress versions, providing excellent value for basic to intermediate needs.

Final Verdict

authLdap is a dependable and straightforward LDAP authentication plugin that meets the essential needs of WordPress administrators requiring LDAP integration with group mapping.

While it lacks a pro version and advanced features, its ease of use, stability, and free availability make it a strong choice for many intranet and internal site scenarios.