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Editor Menu and Widget Access

By GuyPrimavera

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Editor Menu and Widget Access Review - In-Depth Analysis

Control Editor and Shop Manager access to menus and widgets in WordPress. Manage appearance settings easily.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.93/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 24+ 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 open source and lightweight plugin allows users with the role Editor or Shop Manager to access the Menus and Widgets areas of the Appearance menu in WordPress' admin area.

This is a common task that would be useful for clients to manage themselves to give them more control over their website's content.

This plugin also gives access to the Customize submenu and other theme options, but these can be hidden through the options page at Appearance > Editor Access if you wish.

You can also select other menus to hide from Editors and Shop Managers, as well as hiding any elements on the Admin Bar.

Features

Allow access to Customize, Menus and Widgets for Editors and Shop Managers.
Theme Options remain hidden from these user roles.
Hide custom options pages from these users.
Hide any other menus or submenus.
Hide admin bar menus and elements.

Comparing to Alternatives

Editor Menu and Widget Access stands out in the menu and widget access management category with several viable alternatives available for users seeking similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Highly rated with a 4.8 out of 5 stars from users
Simple and effective solution for managing editor menu and widget access
Responsive support with quick issue resolution
Enhances user experience by tailoring access for editors
No known security vulnerabilities reported

Weaknesses

Lacks a pro version with advanced features
Some users request updates for compatibility with the latest WordPress versions
Limited customization options compared to some alternatives
Relies solely on free version features

User Sentiment Analysis

With an overwhelmingly positive rating distribution, users appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness, as reflected in numerous 5-star reviews.

Positive highlights

'A must have plugin when you care about your clients and want to make their user experience as easy as possible.' - begur
'Great plugin – fast support, issue reported and fixed the next day.' - websource
'Perfectly simple solution.' - swinggraphics
'Needed widgets to be accessed for editors and this did the trick!' - jan2014
'Great plugin' with inquiries about updates for compatibility - csoszitibor

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No recent updates noted, raising concerns about long-term compatibility
Limited feature set without a premium version
Some users desire more frequent updates

Who Should Use This?

Best for

This plugin is ideal for site administrators who want a straightforward, reliable way to control editor access to menus and widgets without complex configurations or additional costs.

Not ideal for

It may not be suitable for users seeking advanced customization options or those who prefer plugins with ongoing premium support and frequent updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers essential features to manage editor menu and widget access effectively, providing good value for most users.

Final Verdict

Editor Menu and Widget Access is a highly rated, user-friendly plugin that effectively manages editor permissions with no known security issues. Its simplicity and responsive support make it a dependable choice for many WordPress administrators.

However, the absence of a pro version and infrequent updates may limit its appeal for users needing advanced features or guaranteed compatibility with future WordPress releases. Overall, it offers excellent value for those seeking a straightforward solution.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Editor Menu and Widget Access plugin.

editor access

menu management

widget access

Screenshots

FAQ

No. The default settings are applied automatically once the plugin is activated, but you can choose exactly which pages you’d like to hide through the options page (in the “Appearance” menu whilst logged in as an Admin) if you wish.