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Clean Archives Reloaded

By Automattic

Content Management / Blog & Article Publishing

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Clean Archives Reloaded Review - In-Depth Analysis

Clean Archives Reloaded generates a stylish post archive list sorted by month. It features Javascript for collapsing and expanding months, ensuring efficiency without overloading your server.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.65/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 1+ reviews)

Active Installations

600+

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

Clean Archives Reloaded generates a list of all of your posts, sorted by month. It is enhanced with Javascript to allow collapsing and expanding of months.

This plugin is highly efficient and will not overload your server with excessive MySQL queries.

You can customize the list options on a per-call basis using shortcode tag parameters. For instance, you can choose to use Javascript or not, and determine the order of months and posts displayed.

Comparing to Alternatives

Clean Archives Reloaded is a straightforward plugin with a niche focus on cleaning archives, and it has a direct alternative available.

Top alternatives

Clean My Archives ( WPS: 6.75)

Strengths

Simple and easy to use
Maintains compatibility with latest WordPress versions over many years
No known security vulnerabilities
Highly rated by users
Lightweight and focused functionality

Weaknesses

Limited features compared to more comprehensive archive management plugins
No pro version or premium features
Minimal user base and reviews
Lacks advanced customization options

User Sentiment Analysis

Based on the single 5-star rating and absence of negative reviews, user sentiment is very positive.

Positive highlights

"Grat simple plugin" - majesticana, highlighting ease of use and reliability over 6 years

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited feedback due to very few reviews
No reported issues but limited user exposure
No advanced features requested or discussed

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, reliable plugin to clean archives without needing advanced features or frequent updates.

Not ideal for

Users who require extensive archive customization, frequent updates, or premium support options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic archive cleaning functionality with reliable performance.

Final Verdict

Clean Archives Reloaded is a dependable and straightforward plugin that excels in its niche with no reported security issues and excellent user satisfaction despite limited reviews. Its simplicity and long-term compatibility make it a solid choice for users needing basic archive cleaning.

However, the lack of advanced features, minimal user feedback, and absence of a pro version may limit its appeal for users seeking more comprehensive archive management solutions or premium support. Alternatives like Clean My Archives may offer additional options for those users.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Clean Archives Reloaded plugin.

FAQ

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