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Custom Simple Rss

By danikoo

Content Management / Document Management & Downloads

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Custom Simple Rss Review - In-Depth Analysis

Create custom RSS feeds based on your selected parameters. Filter by post type, status, and more.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.79/10

User Rating

4.9/5 (based on 14+ 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

Create your own Custom Simple RSS Feed according to parameters you choose. This plugin allows you to generate RSS feeds tailored to specific authors, categories, or custom fields.

It does not alter your default WordPress feeds but enables you to display feeds on the fly using specific URL query parameters. You can filter items by category ID, post type, post status, tag, date range, and even custom taxonomy.

Additional features include pagination, the option to show post thumbnails, and the ability to display custom fields, making it especially useful for affiliate feeds.

Comparing to Alternatives

Custom Simple Rss stands out in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users needing customizable RSS feeds.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Highly flexible with a great array of parameters
Easy and quick to set up and use
Works well for creating custom RSS feeds suitable for services like MailChimp
Clear instructions provided for usage
Saves time compared to writing custom RSS templates

Weaknesses

No pro version available with advanced features
Security history includes a medium severity CSRF vulnerability fixed in version 2.0.7
Limited user base with only 14 total ratings
No direct alternatives to compare feature-for-feature

User Sentiment Analysis

With a near-perfect rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 14 users and no low-star reviews, user sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.

Positive highlights

'Great idea!' — bjkaoya
'Awesome. It works in seconds, created a great customizable feed for me.' — t
'This plugin is very flexible with a great array of parameters. Highly recommended.' — partica
'Great plugin, very flexible! Super Simple (Great for MailChimp)' — Jayesh Patel (inCreativeWeb)
'Just what I needed. Clear instructions and does it the right way.' — newtoid

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Past medium severity CSRF vulnerability fixed in version 2.0.7
No advanced features due to lack of a pro version
Limited number of user reviews

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, flexible, and quick solution to create customizable RSS feeds without needing advanced premium features.

Not ideal for

Those requiring a plugin with ongoing premium support, advanced features, or who are concerned about past security vulnerabilities might want to consider other options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a highly flexible and easy-to-use solution for creating custom RSS feeds with a variety of parameters.

Final Verdict

Custom Simple Rss is a highly rated and flexible plugin that effectively meets the needs of users looking for customizable RSS feeds without the complexity of premium features. Its ease of use and clear instructions make it a great timesaver for many.

However, the plugin's past security vulnerability and lack of a pro version may limit its appeal for users needing advanced functionality or enhanced security assurances. Despite this, it remains a strong choice given the absence of direct alternatives.