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Custom field finder

By Yoast

Developer Tools & Customization /

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Custom field finder Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily find custom fields and their values for posts, pages, or custom post types. Includes hidden fields.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.16/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

7.1 / 10 (High Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to easily find the custom fields for any post, page, or custom post type. It shows all custom fields, including those that are normally hidden.

To use, go to Tools - Custom field finder, enter the post ID, and view all custom fields associated with that post. This includes fields that start with an underscore, which are typically not displayed in the custom fields interface.

Comparing to Alternatives

Custom Field Finder is a specialized plugin with several notable alternatives in the custom fields management category.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and easy to use interface
Effectively displays all custom fields
Helps streamline development workflow
Highly rated by users with consistent positive feedback

Weaknesses

Has had a recent high-severity security vulnerability (now fixed)
No pro version or advanced premium features
Limited updates or support information available
May lack some advanced customization features found in alternatives

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers, users consistently praise the plugin's utility and ease of use.

Positive highlights

"Still works – handy plug in." – hevans
"Working with version 5.5.3" – Karl
"Very helpful. It shows everything and helps you go to the next step of your development." – panon
"Works well, easy to use." – clayray

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Recent security vulnerability requiring update
No premium features or paid support options
Limited feature set compared to some alternatives

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Developers and site administrators looking for a straightforward, reliable tool to locate and manage custom fields without extra complexity.

Not ideal for

Users needing advanced custom field management features or those concerned about security risks without timely updates should consider other options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides full functionality for finding and managing custom fields, suitable for most users.

Final Verdict

Custom Field Finder is a highly rated, user-friendly plugin that effectively meets the needs of users seeking a simple custom field management tool. Its ease of use and positive user feedback make it a solid choice for many WordPress developers and administrators.

However, the plugin has experienced a significant security vulnerability in the past, which has been fixed, and it lacks a pro version with advanced features. Users requiring enhanced functionality or heightened security assurances may want to explore the available alternatives.