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My Wp Brand – Hide menu & Hide Plugin

By imw3

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

My Wp Brand – Hide menu & Hide Plugin Review - In-Depth Analysis

This plugin allows you to hide and show plugins and the admin menu. It also offers options to customize WordPress branding.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.18/10

User Rating

4/5 (based on 4+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin gives the facility for hiding and showing the admin menu of the side or top bar. It also gives you the options to hide the plugin lists, WordPress version, rename, and style the brand of WordPress into your brand.

Ever want to style the appearance of the WordPress admin pages by hiding the menu, renaming the brand, changing the logo, etc.? This plugin provides that functionality.

There are several reasons that make the WordPress WP Brand Plugin outstanding. You can hide the items in the admin menu and admin bar. If you have multiple users on your website, you can hide admin menu items for specific users based on their roles. You can also hide all plugins or particular plugins from the plugin page and easily hide the WordPress version with one click. Additionally, you can easily rename WordPress into your brand name.

Comparing to Alternatives

My Wp Brand – Hide menu & Hide Plugin has no close direct alternatives in its category, making it a unique choice for users needing its specific functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and quick setup process
Effectively hides plugins and menus as intended
Compatible with recent WordPress and PHP versions
Works well with user role management plugins like Members by MemberPress

Weaknesses

Limited user base and low installation numbers
Known security vulnerabilities in earlier versions
Potential misuse for hiding malicious code
No direct alternatives to compare feature sets

User Sentiment Analysis

With a majority of positive reviews and a small number of negative ones, users generally appreciate the plugin's functionality but express serious concerns about security risks.

Positive highlights

'Worked for Us' - super simple setup and instant changes (oakspring)
'Good, easy to use and works well' (maoelana)
'Nice plugin' (elpidio102023)

Common complaints

Plugin can be exploited to hide malicious code and infections
Difficult to remove without FTP access due to its hiding capabilities

Weaknesses

Security vulnerabilities reported and fixed in past versions
Plugin persistence can be problematic if misused
Limited transparency about potential risks

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need to hide specific plugins or menus for custom user roles and are comfortable managing security risks with updated versions.

Not ideal for

Users who prioritize security and want to avoid plugins that have had vulnerabilities or can be misused to hide malicious activity.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic functionality to hide menus and plugins effectively.

Pro version

Premium features are available, though specifics are not clearly detailed; users typically rely on the free version.

Final Verdict

My Wp Brand – Hide menu & Hide Plugin provides a straightforward solution for hiding plugins and menus, with positive feedback on ease of use and functionality. However, its history of security vulnerabilities and potential for misuse require cautious use and thorough understanding of risks.

While it stands alone without direct alternatives, users should weigh the benefits against security concerns and ensure they keep the plugin updated. It is best suited for those who need its unique features and can manage the associated risks responsibly.