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Beam me up Scotty – Back to Top Button

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Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Beam me up Scotty – Back to Top Button Review - In-Depth Analysis

Add a back to top button to your site quickly and easily with this simple and easy to configure plugin.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

Below 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

A simple and customizable back to top button.

Add a back to top button to your site quickly and easily with this simple and easy to configure plugin. With settings to customize the size, color and style adding a back to top button to your site couldn't be easier! No HTML or CSS knowledge or changes to the theme required.

Comparing to Alternatives

Beam me up Scotty – Back to Top Button is a straightforward back-to-top plugin with several alternatives available that offer similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and easy to set up
Highly customizable
Works smoothly without bugs
Lightweight and effective
Consistently positive user feedback

Weaknesses

Has known security vulnerabilities with no fix for one issue
Security risk score is moderate
No pro version or advanced features
Limited to basic back-to-top functionality

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers and no negative feedback, users overwhelmingly appreciate the plugin's simplicity and reliability.

Positive highlights

'Simple yet effective' - Freelancelot
'Does what it says on the box. Discreet and effective addition.' - LocalAlien
'I love it. It works well 💕 Recommend No bugs' - agnele
'Easy to set up, works well, what else is there? Highly recommended.' - mcfitzsatx
'It works smooth and fully costumizabled! What else do you need?' - Zagaz

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Known authenticated stored cross-site scripting vulnerability without a fix
Moderate security risk score
No advanced or premium features available
Limited to basic back-to-top functionality

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, reliable, and customizable back-to-top button plugin without the need for advanced features.

Not ideal for

Sites requiring high security standards or advanced functionality, due to known unresolved vulnerabilities and lack of a pro version.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a fully functional back-to-top button with customization options and no reported bugs.

Final Verdict

Beam me up Scotty – Back to Top Button is a highly rated and user-approved plugin that delivers simple and effective back-to-top functionality. Its ease of use and customization make it a solid choice for users who want a straightforward solution without extra features.

However, the plugin has known security vulnerabilities, including an unresolved stored cross-site scripting issue, which may pose risks for security-conscious users. Those needing advanced features or stronger security should consider alternatives.