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Export Import Menus

By Akshay Menariya

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Migration & Cloning

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Export Import Menus Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily export and import your WordPress menus. This plugin supports the Uber Menu plugin and allows for seamless menu management.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.8/10

User Rating

3.6/5 (based on 54+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5.77 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The Export Import Menus plugin allows you to export and import your WordPress menus effortlessly. With this plugin, you can manage your menus directly from the Appearance section of your WordPress dashboard.

This plugin also supports the Uber Menu plugin, providing additional flexibility for users who utilize that feature. Please note that imports must be performed on the same domain from which the export file was created.

Comparing to Alternatives

Export Import Menus is a specialized plugin for exporting and importing WordPress menus, with several alternatives available that offer similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective menu export/import functionality
High success rate according to user reviews
Compatible with complex nested menu structures
Supports bulk import/export operations
Free to use without upsells

Weaknesses

Known security vulnerabilities in past versions
Lacks advanced features like domain renaming within the plugin
No pro version or premium support options
Some compatibility issues with newer PHP versions reported

User Sentiment Analysis

With a rating of 3.6 out of 5 and a majority of positive reviews, users generally find the plugin reliable and helpful for menu export/import tasks.

Positive highlights

"Works fine" — Tanveer
"Great little plugin" — Friiitz
"Best plugin for Wordpress" — nairumesh
"The only Menu Exporter/Importer that actually works!" — ryansigg
"Saved me hours of rework" — asfaan

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Security vulnerabilities reported in older versions
Lack of built-in domain renaming feature
Some users experienced errors with PHP 8.2.x compatibility

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users needing a straightforward, free solution to export and import WordPress menus, especially those with complex nested menu items.

Not ideal for

Users requiring advanced features like domain renaming within the plugin or those concerned about past security vulnerabilities might want to consider alternatives or wait for updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers full menu export and import capabilities without restrictions or upsells.

Final Verdict

Export Import Menus is a practical and effective plugin for transferring WordPress menus, praised for its ease of use and reliability by many users. Its free availability and support for complex menu structures make it a valuable tool for site administrators.

However, the plugin has a history of security vulnerabilities and lacks some advanced features found in alternatives. Users should weigh these factors and consider their specific needs before choosing this plugin.