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Ultimate Member – Online Users

By Mykyta Synelnikov

Community & Social / Membership Sites & Subscriptions

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Ultimate Member – Online Users Review - In-Depth Analysis

Display online users anywhere on your site with this Ultimate Member extension. Use shortcodes or widgets to show user status.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.84/10

User Rating

4/5 (based on 1+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

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

This Ultimate Member extension will allow you to display online users anywhere with a shortcode or a sidebar widget and also lets you show the user’s online status on their profile.

Key features include showing online users with a shortcode, a widget for displaying online users in the sidebar or footer, and the ability to show all user roles or select one role only. You can set the number of profile pictures to show initially, with additional users revealed in a section. A green dot indicates each online user's status on their profile, and you can display their online status in the profile header or directory. Users can also choose to be shown as online or not via a privacy option on their account page.

For more information about all of the plugin's features, visit the Ultimate Member - Online Users page.

If you want to add a new language to Ultimate Member, you can contribute via translate.wordpress.org. Developers can find a list of UM Hooks in the Hooks Documentation.

If you need help with Ultimate Member, check out the documentation and knowledge base. If you can't find a solution, you can create a topic on the support forum.

Comparing to Alternatives

Ultimate Member – Online Users is a specialized plugin with several notable alternatives in the user profile and membership space.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective functionality for displaying online users.
No known security vulnerabilities, ensuring safe use.
Lightweight with minimal issues reported.
Integrates well with the Ultimate Member ecosystem.

Weaknesses

Settings page is empty and lacks guidance on usage.
Shortcode needed is not included or documented within the plugin.
Limited customization options, such as displaying user names under avatars.
No dedicated support for advanced features or integrations.

User Sentiment Analysis

Based on the single 4-star review and absence of negative feedback, users generally find the plugin functional but note some usability shortcomings.

Positive highlights

"This Plugin Works" - Siyawp appreciates the plugin's functionality despite minor issues.
User finds it great with minimal problems.
Acknowledged as a useful addition to user profile features.
No reported security concerns enhance user confidence.

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Lack of shortcode documentation within the plugin interface.
Empty settings page causing confusion.
No display of user names under avatars as requested by users.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a straightforward plugin to display online users within the Ultimate Member environment without needing extensive customization.

Not ideal for

Those who require detailed configuration options, clear documentation, or advanced display features like showing usernames under avatars may find this plugin lacking.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic functionality to display online users with minimal setup.

Final Verdict

Ultimate Member – Online Users is a simple and secure plugin that effectively displays online users, making it a good choice for those already using Ultimate Member. Its ease of use and lack of security issues are definite positives. However, the plugin's lack of documentation and limited customization options may frustrate users seeking more control or guidance.

While it stands well against alternatives in terms of security and simplicity, users looking for richer features or better user interface support might consider other plugins. Overall, it is a solid free option for basic online user display needs within the Ultimate Member ecosystem.