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Custom Meta Widget

By Luke Mlsna

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Custom Meta Widget Review - In-Depth Analysis

Custom Meta Widget enhances the standard Meta widget with options to hide links and add custom ones.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.96/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 23+ reviews)

Active Installations

7,000+

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 acts in exactly the same way as the standard Meta widget except that it adds options which allow you control which of the 5 standard Meta widget links should be displayed, with the additional option to add your own custom link.

The standard Meta widget that comes with WordPress offers no customization and requires you to show all 5 of the standard links (register, login, entries RSS, comments RSS, and WordPress.org, as well as any links added by themes or other plugins).

If you would like to help make this plugin available in your native language, please send your .po file to [email protected], and I will include it in the next version. The all the language files are in the lang subdirectory of the plugin.

Donations are graciously accepted to support the continued development and maintenance of this and other plugins. We currently accept PayPal, link backs, and kind words. Also, checking the 'show plugin link' option on the widget helps us out greatly!

Comparing to Alternatives

Custom Meta Widget is a straightforward plugin designed to replace the default meta widget with a customizable version. Compared to other meta-related plugins, it focuses on simplicity and ease of use.

Top alternatives

Custom Meta Widget

Strengths

Simple and lightweight, ensuring minimal impact on site performance.
Easy to use with no configuration required after activation.
Effectively removes default meta links and replaces them with custom content.
Reliable functionality despite lack of recent updates.

Weaknesses

Limited customization options, such as allowing only one custom link.
No recent updates, which may affect compatibility with the latest WordPress versions.
Lacks advanced features found in other meta widget plugins.

User Sentiment Analysis

Users generally appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness, though some limitations have been noted.

Positive highlights

"Works just like it says" - mwrmwr
"Plugin works like a charm. Easy to handle, small and smart." - blaufotograph
"Nice and simple AND does what it says!" - nightmarenewsnet
"Great convenience! I didn’t need to do anything else other than activating the plugin." - Muge
"Un plugin semplice e leggero, ma utilissimo e essenziale per un sito." - ilbazardimari

Common complaints

Only one custom link can be added - cocq

Weaknesses

Limited customization capabilities.
No updates in over two years, raising potential compatibility concerns.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a minimalistic and easy-to-use plugin to customize their meta widget without needing advanced features.

Not ideal for

Those requiring extensive customization options or ongoing support and updates for compatibility with the latest WordPress versions.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a simple replacement for the default meta widget with minimal setup and basic customization options.

Final Verdict

Custom Meta Widget is a reliable and straightforward solution for users wanting to customize their meta widget with minimal effort. Its simplicity and ease of use are its strongest points.

However, the lack of recent updates and limited customization options may deter users seeking more advanced features or guaranteed compatibility with the latest WordPress releases.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Custom Meta Widget plugin.

custom meta widget

hide links

add custom links

Screenshots

FAQ

Download the latest zip file and extract the custom-meta-widget directory.
Upload this directory inside your /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
Activate the ‘Custom Meta Widget’ on the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
Add the ‘Custom Meta’ widget to your sidebar (using the Appearance > Widgets menu) and choose which customizations you would like.