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Simple JWT Login – Allows you to use JWT on REST endpoints.

By Nicu Micle

User Management & Authentication / User Registration & Login

Simple JWT Login – Allows you to use JWT on REST endpoints. Review - In-Depth Analysis

Enhance the WordPress REST API with JWT authentication for secure access by mobile apps, external sites, and third-party services.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 47+ reviews)

Active Installations

4,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

6.1 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Simple JWT Login is a free WordPress plugin that enables secure authentication for your WordPress REST API using JSON Web Tokens (JWT).

With this powerful plugin, you can log in, register, and authenticate users effortlessly. Connect mobile apps, external websites, or third-party services to WordPress with ease. Change or delete user passwords securely.

Whether you are building a headless WordPress setup or integrating with external platforms, Simple JWT Login provides a fast, secure, and reliable authentication solution.

Some awesome features include auto-login using JWT, user registration via API, and the ability to delete WordPress users based on a JWT. You can also reset user passwords and allow auto-login or registration only from specific IP addresses.

This plugin supports multiple JWT decryption algorithms and allows you to protect endpoints with JWT. It also integrates with Google OAuth and WPGraphQL.

Comparing to Alternatives

Simple JWT Login offers a straightforward approach to JWT authentication on WordPress REST endpoints. When compared to similar plugins, it stands out for its simplicity and ease of use.

Top alternatives

JWT Auth – WordPress JSON Web Token Authentication ( WPS: 7.17)

Strengths

Easy to set up and configure.
Lightweight with minimal dependencies.
Focuses specifically on JWT authentication for REST endpoints.

Weaknesses

Limited features compared to some alternatives.
No built-in support for advanced user roles or permissions.
Lacks extensive documentation and community support.

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback is limited but generally positive regarding the plugin's simplicity and functionality.

Positive highlights

Simple to implement and works as expected.
Minimal configuration required.
Good for developers needing basic JWT authentication.

Common complaints

Lack of advanced features.
Sparse documentation makes troubleshooting harder.

Weaknesses

No frequent updates reported.
Limited support channels available.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Developers or site owners who need a lightweight, no-frills JWT authentication solution for WordPress REST API endpoints.

Not ideal for

Users looking for a comprehensive JWT solution with advanced features, extensive support, or frequent updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides all core functionalities needed for JWT authentication on REST endpoints without restrictions.

Final Verdict

Simple JWT Login is a practical choice for those seeking a minimalistic JWT authentication plugin for WordPress REST API. It delivers essential features without unnecessary complexity.

However, users requiring advanced capabilities or robust support might find it lacking compared to other options. Overall, it is a solid free tool for basic JWT needs.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Simple JWT Login – Allows you to use JWT on REST endpoints. plugin.

API

Auto login

JWT

Tokens

Screenshots

FAQ

Yes, this plugin is secure. It allows to auto-login to your WordPress website using a JWT, that is decrypted and validated against your JWT Decryption key.
Make sure you set the specific user type when new users are created.

Here is a code example, how to send an email after a new user has been created.

add_action( 'simple_jwt_login_register_hook', function($user, $password){     $to      = $user->user_email;     $subject = 'Welcome';     $message = '                Welcome to My Site. Your new user credentials are:                 email: ' . $to .'                password: '. $password;     wp_mail($to, $subject, $message);    }, 10, 2);

Here is an example on how you can overwrite the “No Redirect” response after autologin:

add_filter('simple_jwt_login_no_redirect_message',function($response, $request){     $response['userId'] = get_current_user_id();     $response['userDetails'] = wp_get_current_user();     return $response; },10, 2);

Here is an example, on how you can change the body for reset password email template:

add_filter('simple_jwt_login_reset_password_custom_email_template', function ($template, $request) {         $template .= 'The template has been modified by hook';         return $template;     },     10,     2 );