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Dropdown multisite selector

By alordiel

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Dropdown multisite selector Review - In-Depth Analysis

Create a dropdown menu that redirects users to selected URLs. Ideal for multisite navigation.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.08/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 19+ reviews)

Active Installations

900+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to create a fully configurable dropdown field where each option works as a link. Users will be redirected to the selected URL upon choosing an option. Originally designed for multisite networks, it now supports custom links as well.

You can configure the number of options manually, retrieve a list of all sites from your WordPress Multisite network, or get a list of sites where the current logged-in user is registered.

Manage the label for the select option, the first select option text, and sort your custom list alphabetically or in reverse order. After saving your settings, you can display the dropdown using the shortcode [dms] or a widget.

For more customization, you can use the [dms_manual] shortcode to create your own dropdown with specific options and settings.

Comparing to Alternatives

Dropdown multisite selector stands out as it has no close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique solution for multisite dropdown selection needs.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective functionality as noted by users
Fast and responsive support with quick bug fixes
Clean and well-maintained codebase
Easy integration using shortcode without coding experience
Practical options with minimal complexity

Weaknesses

Has had medium severity security vulnerabilities in past versions
Limited to multisite dropdown selection without broader features
No pro version or advanced premium features available

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all 19 reviewers, user feedback is overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the plugin's effectiveness and support.

Positive highlights

"Exactly what my site needed." — maiden_taiwan
"Works exactly as required PERFECT for my needs." — BeHeard
"Super convenient for staying organized with my blog rolls!" — DestinationUkiyo
"Great work, clean code and very fast response time." — toremo
"Very useful piece of software with swift support." — Damiaan van Vliet

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Past authenticated stored cross-site scripting vulnerabilities fixed in recent updates
No advanced features beyond core dropdown functionality
No paid version limits access to premium support or features

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users managing WordPress multisite networks who need a straightforward, reliable dropdown selector for subsites without extra complexity.

Not ideal for

Users seeking advanced multisite management features or those concerned about past security issues without monitoring updates may find this plugin less suitable.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers all core features needed to list and select multisite subsites via dropdown with shortcode support.

Final Verdict

Dropdown multisite selector is a highly rated, well-supported plugin that fulfills its niche purpose effectively with minimal fuss. Its unique position without direct alternatives makes it a valuable tool for multisite administrators needing a dropdown selector.

However, users should be aware of past security vulnerabilities that have been addressed and the lack of a pro version for extended features. Overall, it offers excellent value for those seeking simplicity and reliability in multisite dropdown selection.