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Import Users from CSV

By WP All Import

User Management & Authentication / User Registration & Login

Import Users from CSV Review - In-Depth Analysis

Easily import users from a CSV file into WordPress. Supports user roles and meta fields.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.75/10

User Rating

4.1/5 (based on 44+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

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 plugin allows you to import users from an uploaded CSV file. It will add users with basic information as well as meta fields and user role.

You can also choose to send a notification to the new users and to display password nag on user login.

This plugin imports all user fields and meta, updates existing users, and allows setting user roles. Notifications can be sent to new users if selected, and a password nag can be shown on user login if chosen.

Comparing to Alternatives

Import Users from CSV is a straightforward plugin designed specifically for bulk importing users via CSV files. While it serves its core function well, there are limited comparable plugins with the exact same focus, making it a niche solution.

Top alternatives

Import Users from CSV

Strengths

Simple and effective for small to medium user imports
Provides example CSV files to guide formatting
Supports merging data from various sources like MailChimp and WooCommerce
Free version offers substantial functionality
Well-maintained with helpful documentation

Weaknesses

Performance issues with large user lists causing timeouts
Limited advanced features compared to some bulk import tools
Error handling and notifications can be problematic
Occasional server resource overuse leading to errors

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights both the plugin's utility and its limitations, especially when handling larger imports or specific use cases.

Positive highlights

'It met my need immediately.' - Adedayo Makinde
'Terrific plug-in! The sample CSV helped me merge data easily.' - jykiddie
'Worked really well with helpful tips for new users.' - Zacher

Common complaints

Plugin times out with larger user lists
Unwanted notification emails sent despite settings
Server errors such as error 500 during import
Limited support for custom fields causing issues

Weaknesses

Scalability problems with large imports
Notification system lacks reliability
Memory usage can exceed server limits
Customization options are limited

Who Should Use This?

Best for

This plugin is ideal for site administrators needing to import small to medium batches of users quickly and easily, especially when merging data from platforms like MailChimp or WooCommerce.

Not ideal for

It is less suitable for users requiring large-scale imports, advanced customization, or reliable notification control, as it may cause server errors and send unintended emails.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes essential features for importing users from CSV files, sample CSV templates, and basic support for merging user data from other platforms.

Pro version

The pro version typically offers enhanced features such as improved performance for large imports, better error handling, advanced field mapping, and priority support.

Final Verdict

Import Users from CSV is a practical and user-friendly plugin for straightforward user imports, especially effective for smaller datasets and users new to bulk importing.

However, it struggles with larger imports and has issues with notifications and server resource usage, making it less reliable for complex or large-scale needs. Users should weigh these factors when considering this plugin.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Import Users from CSV plugin.

Import users

CSV import

User management

Screenshots

FAQ

Click on the ‘Import From CSV’ link in the ‘Users’ menu, choose your CSV file, choose if you want to send a notification email to new users and if you want the password nag to be displayed when they login, then click ‘Import’.

Each row in your CSV file should represent a user; each column identifies user data or meta data.

If a column name matches a field in the user table, data from this column is imported in that field; if not, data is imported in a user meta field with the name of the column.

Look at the example.csv file in the plugin directory to have a better understanding of how the your CSV file should be organized.

You can try importing that file and look at the result.