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Export User Data

By qstudio

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 User Data Review - In-Depth Analysis

Export user data and metadata to CSV or Excel files. Filter by role and registration date.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.86/10

User Rating

4.6/5 (based on 45+ reviews)

Active Installations

6,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

7.2 / 10 (High Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to export WordPress user data and metadata easily. You can choose to export users based on their role or a specific registration date range.

The plugin supports two export formats, CSV and Excel. It exports data from the standard WordPress user tables wp_users and wp_usermeta.

For users with custom data storage, additional customization may be needed to export that data. Version 2+ includes enhanced filters and API controls for better data management.

Comparing to Alternatives

Export User Data stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users needing this functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective user data export functionality
Supports exporting user meta including custom fields like ACF
Highly rated for reliability when compatible
Easy to use with clear export results
Works well with custom registration forms

Weaknesses

Compatibility issues with latest WordPress versions
No active maintenance or recent updates
Known security vulnerabilities without fixes
Lacks a pro version with extended features

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings and very few low ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's functionality, though some report issues with compatibility and maintenance.

Positive highlights

'Excellent, I am satisfied with export result.' — LittleBrother
'Perfect! You may ignore WP Notification' — dbrownies27
'Great plugin, does what is asked for' — charliecleon
'5 stars deserved, it just works well' — rodolforizzo76
'Thank you. 🙂 Problem Solved' — pdhawan

Common complaints

Causes conflicts and won't save export options after latest WordPress upgrade

Weaknesses

Plugin is not maintained and may have compatibility issues
Security vulnerabilities remain unpatched
No updates to address recent WordPress changes
Lack of support for newer WordPress versions

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward tool to export user data and custom user meta fields, and who are running WordPress versions compatible with the plugin.

Not ideal for

Users who require a plugin actively maintained for the latest WordPress versions or who prioritize security due to the presence of unresolved vulnerabilities.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

Provides core functionality to export user data and custom user meta fields without cost.

Final Verdict

Export User Data offers a valuable and easy-to-use solution for exporting user information, especially for those working with custom user meta. Its high user ratings reflect satisfaction with its core functionality when compatible.

However, the plugin suffers from significant drawbacks including lack of maintenance, compatibility issues with recent WordPress updates, and serious unresolved security vulnerabilities. Users should weigh these risks carefully before choosing this plugin.