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Change Admin Email

By johndeebdd

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Change Admin Email Review - In-Depth Analysis

This plugin allows an administrator to change the site admin email without sending a confirmation email from the server. It is useful for testing or when outbound email is disabled.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.38/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 138+ reviews)

Active Installations

50,000+

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 plugin allows an administrator to change the site admin email without sending a confirmation email from the server. This can be useful for testing purposes, localhost setups, or any other situation where outbound email is disabled on the site.

A new feature of WordPress 4.9 is that the administrator cannot change the site admin email without outgoing email setup on the server. This plugin restores the administrator's ability to change this setting without sending a confirmation email.

Note that the site admin email is the global email used for admin purposes on the site. It is the from address when the site sends an email. The site admin email may be different from the administrator's personal user email, which is associated with the administrator's user account.

Once activated, an administrator can change the admin email from the Settings >> General page. You can request a test email be sent to the new email address. The test email is sent from our servers.

Comparing to Alternatives

Change Admin Email is a straightforward plugin designed to update the WordPress admin email without requiring outbound email confirmation. It stands out for its simplicity compared to other plugins that may require more complex setups.

Top alternatives

Change Admin Email

Strengths

Simple and easy to use interface
Does not require email confirmation to change admin email
Quick setup and activation
Effective at solving the specific problem of changing admin email

Weaknesses

Limited functionality beyond changing admin email
No advanced features or customization options
Lacks integration with other admin tools

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights the plugin's effectiveness and ease of use, though some concerns about spam have been noted.

Positive highlights

"It fixed my problem 100% 🙂" - janetmoon
"Easy and working Solution" - Bilal Afridi
"It works perfectly" - yvonnefm
"Lifesaver! 5/5" - photoMaldives
"Excelent plugin!!!" - wiredgorilla

Common complaints

Reports of receiving spam emails after use
Limited scope of functionality

Weaknesses

Potential spam issues reported by some users
No support for additional admin email management features

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a quick and simple way to change the WordPress admin email without dealing with email confirmation processes.

Not ideal for

Those looking for a comprehensive admin email management tool or who are concerned about potential spam issues.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version allows users to change the WordPress admin email directly without requiring outbound email confirmation, providing a simple and effective solution.

Final Verdict

Change Admin Email is a no-frills plugin that effectively solves the problem of updating the admin email without the need for confirmation emails, making it ideal for users seeking simplicity.

However, potential spam concerns and limited features mean it may not suit users needing more robust email management or those wary of unsolicited emails.