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Change Permalink Helper

By Syde GmbH (formerly Inpsyde)

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.

Change Permalink Helper Review - In-Depth Analysis

This plugin checks permalinks and redirects to new URLs if they do not exist. It sends a 301 header message.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.83/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 33+ reviews)

Active Installations

800+

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

When you change the permalink structure, it can create issues for user bookmarks and search engines linking to your posts. This plugin utilizes the slug of the new URL to search for an ID in the WordPress database. If it finds a post that matches the slug, the plugin will redirect to the correct post and send a header message 'moved permanently 301' to update the URL in search engine indexes.

Comparing to Alternatives

Change Permalink Helper is a specialized plugin for managing permalink changes and redirects, with several alternatives available that offer similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Effectively resolves permalink structure issues and redirects.
Simple installation and use with minimal configuration.
Highly rated for performance and reliability by most users.
Compatible with popular themes like Divi and Elegant.
No known security vulnerabilities reported.

Weaknesses

Reported as outdated and inconsistently working by some users.
Lack of ongoing maintenance and developer support.
No pro version or advanced premium features available.
Some users report the plugin being abandoned and unresponsive support.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a high overall rating of 4.7 out of 5 from 33 reviews, most users praise the plugin's effectiveness and ease of use. However, a small minority report issues related to maintenance and support.

Positive highlights

'Brilliant' solution for fixing WooCommerce permalink issues - M A
'Excellent Performance' in redirecting URL structures - gyjafar
'Perfect' for redirecting permalinks with minimal effort - jurustmhh
Works well with Divi and Elegant themes - paula007

Common complaints

Plugin does not work consistently as reported by some users.
No longer maintained leading to potential compatibility issues.
Developer is unresponsive to support requests.

Weaknesses

Inconsistent functionality reported by some users.
Lack of maintenance and updates.
Unresponsive developer support.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users needing a straightforward solution to fix permalink redirect issues, especially those using WooCommerce or popular themes, who prefer a free plugin without advanced features.

Not ideal for

Users requiring guaranteed ongoing support, frequent updates, or advanced permalink management features, as the plugin shows signs of abandonment and inconsistent performance for some.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers essential permalink redirect fixes and works well for most users without additional cost.

Final Verdict

Change Permalink Helper is a highly rated plugin that effectively addresses permalink redirect issues for most users, especially those with WooCommerce and popular themes. Its ease of use and lack of security vulnerabilities make it a solid choice for those seeking a free solution.

However, the plugin shows signs of being outdated and lacks active maintenance and developer support, which may pose challenges for users needing consistent updates or help. Alternatives with more active development might be preferable for those users.