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Easy HTML Sitemap

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Site Structure & Navigation / Menu Management & Mega Menus

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Easy HTML Sitemap Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easy HTML Sitemap plugin allows you to display a dynamic HTML sitemap for your WordPress pages using a simple shortcode. It updates in real-time as new pages are added.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.68/10

User Rating

3.7/5 (based on 7+ 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

The Easy HTML Sitemap plugin makes it simple to add a sitemap page to your website. HTML sitemaps are beneficial for website visitors, providing them with a clear structure of your site's content.

This plugin features an output list of pages using a shortcode, ensuring that new pages automatically appear in the sitemap as they are added. You can include multiple post types, customize the HTML wrappers for different styling, and display post type names as labels.

Additional features include the ability to exclude specific posts by ID, open links in a new tab, and order the sequence of posts. A category-based sitemap option is also available for displaying blog post sitemaps.

Comparing to Alternatives

Easy HTML Sitemap is a straightforward plugin for creating HTML sitemaps, but there are several other plugins available that offer similar functionality with varying features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Easy to use with simple setup
Creates clean and straightforward HTML sitemaps
Includes necessary functions to display and exclude pages
Lightweight with no complex features
Regularly updated and maintained

Weaknesses

Adds an unremovable spammy backlink to another site
Limited features compared to some alternatives
No pro version with advanced options
Lacks customization for removing credit links

User Sentiment Analysis

With a 3.7 out of 5 rating from 7 reviews, most users appreciate the plugin's simplicity and ease of use, though a significant minority express concerns about unwanted backlinks.

Positive highlights

"Awesome plugin, Easy to use. I really like this plugin." — BaLwAnT KaShYaP
"I can create html sitemap easily. It is a simple plugin." — deepti.ag05
"Great plugin! Easy-to-use with a clean, simple look and feel." — toma2017
"There are all the necessary functions to display and exclude pages." — nadezhdakhachaturova

Common complaints

Plugin adds a spammy, dofollow backlink to another site on the sitemap page
No option to remove the backlink in the settings

Weaknesses

Lack of control over added external links
Limited advanced features or customization options
No premium version to unlock additional capabilities

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a simple, no-frills HTML sitemap plugin that is easy to set up and maintain without needing advanced features.

Not ideal for

Those who want full control over all links on their site or prefer plugins without any forced external backlinks should consider other options.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic sitemap creation with simple display and exclusion options.

Final Verdict

Easy HTML Sitemap is a straightforward and user-friendly plugin that effectively creates simple HTML sitemaps. It is well-suited for users who prioritize ease of use and minimal setup. However, the inclusion of an unremovable external backlink is a significant drawback that may deter some users.

While the plugin lacks advanced features and a pro version, it remains a viable choice for those needing a basic sitemap solution. Users concerned about external links or seeking more customization should explore alternative plugins listed above.