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JSM Show Term Metadata

By JS Morisset

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Health & Diagnostics

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

JSM Show Term Metadata Review - In-Depth Analysis

Display term metadata in a metabox for easy debugging of term-related issues. Works with categories, tags, and custom taxonomies.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.67/10

User Rating

0/5 (based on 0+ 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

The JSM Show Term Metadata plugin displays term (ie. categories, tags, and custom taxonomies) meta keys and unserialized values in a metabox at the bottom of the term editing page.

There are no plugin settings - simply install and activate the plugin.

This plugin can read and display Yoast SEO's term metadata, but it cannot be deleted as it does not reside in the WordPress term meta table.

Developers can utilize available filters to customize the term metadata shown in the metabox. The plugin also allows for capability checks to manage visibility and deletion of term metadata.

Comparing to Alternatives

JSM Show Term Metadata currently has no close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique option for users needing its specific functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Unique functionality with no direct competitors
Lightweight with minimal security risks
Simple to use for displaying term metadata
No reported vulnerabilities enhancing trust
Free to use without hidden costs

Weaknesses

Lack of user ratings and reviews to gauge effectiveness
No pro version or advanced features available
Limited community feedback for support
No updates or active development indicated

User Sentiment Analysis

With no user ratings or reviews available, there is no sentiment data to analyze for this plugin.

Positive highlights

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No user feedback to confirm reliability or usability
Absence of reviews limits insight into potential issues

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a straightforward plugin to display term metadata without needing advanced features or extensive support.

Not ideal for

Those who require a well-supported plugin with active development, user feedback, or premium features may find this plugin lacking.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides basic functionality to display term metadata without any cost.

Final Verdict

JSM Show Term Metadata offers a unique solution with no direct competitors, making it a potentially useful tool for specific needs. However, the absence of user reviews and a pro version limits insight into its full capabilities and long-term support.

Given its minimal security risks and free availability, it may be worth trying for users who need simple term metadata display. Those seeking robust features or active community support should consider other options.