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Open Graphite

By Rocket Apps

Marketing & Advertising / SEO & Search Optimization

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Open Graphite Review - In-Depth Analysis

Control how your content is viewed when shared on social media. Customize images, titles, and descriptions for better engagement.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.73/10

User Rating

3.3/5 (based on 8+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

7.1 / 10 (High Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Open Graphite lets you control how your WordPress content is viewed when shared on social media.

Typically when one of your pages is shared on social media, the platform will use the first image and text it can find on the page. This is usually not ideal and often truncates the content into something nonsensical, resulting in the page being less likely to be engaged with.

Open Graphite solves this problem, by allowing you to customise the image, title and description of any of your pages that are shared on social media, all without compromising the original content.

For the homepage, go to Open Graphite in the admin side menu. Set your homepage title, description, image and object type. You can also enter a Facebook app ID and a Twitter username if desired.

For posts and pages, create a new post or page, scroll down to the Open Graphite metabox, and enter your desired title, description, image and object type.

While the free version of Open Graphite is supported in the WordPress support page, one-on-one priority support is given to Open Graphite Pro license holders. Open Graphite Pro has additional features, such as the ability to use with any custom post type, force Facebook to automatically update your title, description or featured image, and WooCommerce product support.

Comparing to Alternatives

Open Graphite is one of several plugins designed to manage Open Graph metadata, with several alternatives offering similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Easy to set up and use, as noted by users who installed it quickly
Effectively manages Open Graph metadata for social media sharing
Positive user feedback highlights reliability when configured properly
Includes a pro version with additional features
Responsive support and helpful documentation

Weaknesses

Has a history of security vulnerabilities, including a high-severity XSS issue fixed in version 1.6.1
Some users report it does not work as expected or is less reliable than alternatives
Lower overall rating compared to some competitors
Mixed user experiences with functionality and updates

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews show a polarized reception with half giving 5 stars and a significant minority giving 1 star, reflecting mixed satisfaction.

Positive highlights

'It does its job' - marco t
'The Plugin works and does what it is supposed to do perfectly' - TKphotography
'Thanks Rocket Apps, for creating this plugin' - Matt Woods
'Love it works perfectly' - Biz-Woman

Common complaints

Plugin does not work as expected for some users
Previous versions were preferred by some users who find current versions less useful

Weaknesses

Inconsistent performance reported by users
Some users find it less reliable than previous or alternative plugins
Security vulnerability history may concern cautious users

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a straightforward Open Graph metadata plugin with a pro version offering enhanced features and who are comfortable updating to the latest secure versions.

Not ideal for

Users who prioritize flawless out-of-the-box functionality or have concerns about past security vulnerabilities; those who had better experiences with previous plugins like Facebook Fixer may want to consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides basic Open Graph metadata management suitable for most users.

Pro version

Offers additional premium features to enhance Open Graph metadata control and social media integration.

Final Verdict

Open Graphite offers a solid solution for managing Open Graph metadata with positive feedback from many users appreciating its ease of use and effectiveness. However, the plugin has a mixed reputation due to some users experiencing functionality issues and a notable security vulnerability that has since been addressed.

While the pro version adds value, potential users should weigh these factors against available alternatives and consider their own needs and security comfort level before choosing Open Graphite.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Open Graphite plugin.

Open Graph

Social media sharing

Facebook integration

Twitter integration

Content customization

Screenshots

FAQ

Yes. You can either set the option to automatically use the existing title, text (or excerpt) and image, or specify them manually on each page or post in the Open Graphite metabox.