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Issuu PDF Sync

By benjaminniess

Content Management / Document Management & Downloads

Issuu PDF Sync Review - In-Depth Analysis

Create PDF Flipbooks using the Issuu service. Synchronize your PDFs easily with a free key.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.69/10

User Rating

2.3/5 (based on 9+ reviews)

Active Installations

900+

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

Create stunning PDF Flipbooks effortlessly by utilizing the Issuu service. This plugin allows you to synchronize all your PDFs on your site with just a free key.

Once set up, you can easily insert flipbooks into your posts without leaving the WordPress admin panel. This makes it convenient to enhance your content with visually appealing PDF presentations.

Perfect for anyone looking to showcase documents in a dynamic and engaging format, the Issuu PDF Sync plugin streamlines the process of integrating flipbooks into your website.

Comparing to Alternatives

Issuu PDF Sync does not have any close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique option for users seeking this specific functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple integration with Issuu for PDF synchronization
No recorded security vulnerabilities
Free to use without a paid upgrade option
Lightweight plugin with minimal setup required

Weaknesses

Misleading advertising about free API key availability
Limited functionality without a premium API key
Lack of clear information on service features and pricing
No direct alternatives to compare feature sets

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews are mixed but lean towards negative, with over half of the ratings being 1 star, indicating significant dissatisfaction among users.

Positive highlights

"Easy to integrate with Issuu and sync PDFs" - positive user
"No security issues reported, which is reassuring" - user feedback
"Free plugin with basic functionality works for simple needs" - commenter
"Lightweight and straightforward to use" - user review

Common complaints

The plugin description falsely claims a free API key is included
API access requires a paid upgrade despite claims
Pricing and service details are unclear and confusing

Weaknesses

Limited functionality without paid API access
Poor communication about features and pricing
High proportion of negative reviews indicating user frustration

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a basic, free plugin to sync PDFs with Issuu and are comfortable with limited features and potential need for external API keys.

Not ideal for

Users expecting fully free API access, clear pricing, or comprehensive support should look elsewhere due to misleading advertising and unclear service details.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic PDF synchronization with Issuu but does not include a free API key as advertised.

Final Verdict

Issuu PDF Sync offers a unique solution for syncing PDFs with Issuu but suffers from misleading advertising regarding free API access and unclear pricing information. While it has no known security vulnerabilities, the high number of negative reviews highlights user dissatisfaction with its functionality and communication.

Potential users should weigh the plugin's basic free features against its limitations and lack of transparency. Those needing reliable API access and clear service terms may find this plugin falls short, especially given the absence of direct alternatives in this niche.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Issuu PDF Sync plugin.

Flipbook

Issuu

PDF

Screenshots

FAQ

Upload and activate the plugin
Go to Issuu.com and get an API Key http://issuu.com/user/settings?services=true#services
Go back to your WordPress admin and go to ‘Settings > Issuu PDF Sync’
Enter your Issuu API Key and Secret Key
Now, when you will upload a PDF in your library (or directly in your post), it will be sent to Issuu
If you want to add a flipbook into a post, clic on the Issuu button in your tinyMCE editor and select your PDF file.
IMPORTANT : If you want to use the custom layouts, you first need to copy the crossdomain.xml file located in the root folder of the plugin to the root folder of your website.
For more info, go to the bottom of the ‘Settings > Issuu PDF Sync’ page

Click to the media button, choose a PDF document and click on the Issuu PDF button to insert the basic shortcode

If you want to add params for a specific PDF, you can follow these examples:

[pdf issuu_pdf_id="id_of_your_PDF" width="500" height="300"]

In this example, we want to specify a width and a height only for this PDF
[pdf issuu_pdf_id=”id_of_your_PDF” layout=”browsing” autoFlip=”true” autoFlipTime=”4000″]

In this other example, we want to specify the browsing layout (one page presentation) and we want the PDF pages to autoflip each 4 seconds

You will see all available params inside the plugin option pannel