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Log Emails

By webaware

Communication & Messaging / Transactional Email

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Log Emails Review - In-Depth Analysis

Log emails to the database for analysis and troubleshooting. Useful for diagnosing email issues.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.79/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 11+ reviews)

Active Installations

6,000+

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 logs emails to the WordPress database for later analysis. Access is restricted to administrators, ensuring security and privacy. Emails containing WordPress passwords are obfuscated to protect sensitive information. This feature is particularly useful for diagnosing lost email problems.

To enhance functionality, use this plugin alongside the Disable Emails plugin to divert all WordPress emails into logs. This is especially handy for developers who need to track email activity.

The logs are automatically purged after a defined period, which can be set through a settings page in the WordPress admin. Setting the period to 0 will prevent logs from being purged. Please note that uninstalling the plugin will also purge all logs.

Comparing to Alternatives

Log Emails stands out in the email logging category with no direct premium version, offering a straightforward and reliable solution compared to other plugins.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and lightweight with no unnecessary features
Reliable email logging functionality
No upselling or additional frameworks
Discreet integration into WordPress menu
Free and open with no vulnerabilities reported

Weaknesses

Lacks a pro version with advanced features
Limited to basic email logging without SMTP enhancements
No direct support for email deliverability improvements

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all 11 reviewers, users consistently praise the plugin's simplicity and reliability.

Positive highlights

'Seriously, this plugin is so freakin’ helpful.' – John Hawkins
'Simple and useful plugin' – Max K
'Compact and free from vulnerabilities' – tazotodua
'Simple is good, no premium features, just great community spirit.' – rvnd
'Faith restored! At last a simple, lightweight plugin that works!' – Anonymous User 652281

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No advanced features beyond basic logging
No premium support or updates
Limited to logging without SMTP or deliverability tools

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward, reliable email logging plugin without extra features or costs, especially developers working on local or staging sites.

Not ideal for

Those seeking advanced email management, SMTP integration, or premium support might find this plugin too basic for their needs.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers full email logging functionality with a lightweight and secure design, suitable for most basic needs.

Final Verdict

Log Emails is an excellent choice for users who want a simple, effective, and secure email logging solution without the complexity or cost of premium features. Its perfect rating and lack of vulnerabilities highlight its reliability and community trust.

While it lacks advanced features and a pro version, its straightforward approach makes it ideal for developers and site owners needing basic email logs. Users requiring more comprehensive email management should consider alternative plugins with SMTP and deliverability tools.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Log Emails plugin.

Email log

Logging

FAQ

You probably have a plugin that is sending emails via some other method, like directly using the PHP mail() function, or directly implementing an SMTP client. Not much I can do about that…