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PuSHPress

By Joseph Scott

Communication & Messaging / SMTP & Email Delivery Services

PuSHPress Review - In-Depth Analysis

Add WebSub support to your WordPress site with a built-in hub for direct updates.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.87/10

User Rating

3.6/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

20,000+

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 adds WebSub/PubSubHubbub (PuSH) support to your WordPress powered site. The main difference between this plugin and others is that it includes the hub features of PuSH, built right in. This means the updates will be sent directly from WordPress to your PuSH subscribers.

Other plugins use third party hubs to relay updates out to subscribers. This plugin has a built in hub, allowing WordPress to send out the updates directly.

No configuration is needed. Once the plugin is activated, it takes care of the rest.

Comparing to Alternatives

PuSHPress is a plugin designed to provide instant notifications for blog subscribers, focusing on the PuSH protocol. When compared to similar plugins, it offers a straightforward approach but lacks some modern features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple integration with existing feed systems like delivr.it
Provides instant notifications to subscribers
Lightweight and easy to use

Weaknesses

Uses outdated PuSH 0.3 standard instead of the newer WebSub
Limited feature set compared to alternatives
Lacks regular updates and modern protocol support

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback highlights the plugin's effectiveness in delivering instant notifications but also points out its outdated technology and need for updates.

Positive highlights

"Works great with Delivr.it" - scamartist26
"Notifies subscribers instantly" - kevincox
Easy to install and configure according to users

Common complaints

Still uses the outdated PuSH 0.3 standard
Needs updating to support WebSub protocol
Limited functionality compared to newer plugins

Weaknesses

Lack of recent updates
Does not support the latest web push standards

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a simple, lightweight plugin to provide instant notifications via the PuSH protocol and are comfortable with older standards.

Not ideal for

Those seeking a plugin with modern WebSub support, advanced features, or regular updates should consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic PuSH protocol notifications with simple setup and integration, sufficient for users with minimal needs.

Final Verdict

PuSHPress is a straightforward plugin that effectively delivers instant notifications using the PuSH protocol, making it suitable for users with basic needs.

However, its reliance on an outdated standard and lack of updates limit its appeal compared to more modern alternatives supporting WebSub and additional features.