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Remove Meta Generators

By webbernaut

Security & Privacy / Security Scanning & Malware Protection

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Remove Meta Generators Review - In-Depth Analysis

Remove all meta generator tags from your site easily. No settings needed.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.8/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 1+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

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 removes all Meta Generator html tags, including the WordPress core generator. It is simple and easy to use; just install and activate it, and you will no longer see meta generator tags in your html or source code.

You do not need to learn all the plugin meta generator hooks, as this plugin covers all plugins that use the meta generator tag. It protects your site by preventing plugins from displaying their version number, which can be exploited if known vulnerabilities exist.

Comparing to Alternatives

Remove Meta Generators is a specialized plugin designed to remove meta generator tags from WordPress sites. It has a direct alternative that offers similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Meta Generator and Version Info Remover ( WPS: 7.19)

Strengths

Simple and effective removal of meta generator tags
Compatible with mu-plugins folder without modifications
Lightweight with no known security vulnerabilities
Highly rated with a perfect user score

Weaknesses

Limited functionality focused solely on meta generator removal
No premium or extended features available
Only one direct alternative available for comparison

User Sentiment Analysis

Based on the single 5-star rating and absence of negative reviews, users are highly satisfied with the plugin's performance.

Positive highlights

"Perfect for mu-plugins" - javiereduardo

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited user feedback due to low number of total ratings
No reported issues but limited data available

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a straightforward, no-frills solution to remove meta generator tags from their WordPress sites, especially those using mu-plugins.

Not ideal for

Users looking for a plugin with broader features or premium support options may find this plugin too limited.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version fully covers the removal of meta generator tags without restrictions.

Final Verdict

Remove Meta Generators is a focused and effective plugin that excels at its specific task with no known security issues and a perfect user rating. It is a great choice for users who need a simple solution without additional features.

While it lacks a pro version and has limited user feedback, its reliability and ease of use make it a valuable tool for those wanting to clean up meta generator tags, especially in mu-plugin environments.