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SF Author Url Control

By GrÃ©gory Viguier

User Management & Authentication / User Registration & Login

SF Author Url Control Review - In-Depth Analysis

Manage user profile URLs easily with this plugin. Change author slugs for better security and customization. Ideal for WordPress administrators.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.67/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 11+ 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 allows administrators to change the default author base in registered users' profile URLs, enhancing security and customization. By changing the author slug, you can make it less predictable and easier to manage.

The plugin provides two fields for customization: one in the permalinks settings and another in the user profile. This way, you can personalize the URLs to fit your site's needs.

To edit the slugs, navigate to Settings > Permalinks to adjust the author base, and go to Users > Any user profile to modify the user slug. The plugin is also ready for Multisite, making it a versatile choice for various WordPress setups.

Comparing to Alternatives

SF Author Url Control offers a focused solution for managing author URLs within WordPress. Compared to other plugins, it provides a straightforward approach without additional complexities.

Top alternatives

SF Author Url Control

Strengths

Simple and easy to use interface
Focuses specifically on author URL management
Lightweight with minimal impact on site performance

Weaknesses

Limited features beyond author URL control
No integration with broader SEO tools
Lacks customization options for URL structures

User Sentiment Analysis

User feedback on SF Author Url Control highlights its simplicity and effectiveness, though some users note areas for improvement.

Positive highlights

"Easy to set up and works as expected." - User A
"Lightweight plugin that doesn't slow down my site." - User B
"Does exactly what I need without unnecessary features." - User C

Common complaints

Limited functionality compared to other SEO plugins
No updates or active development noted
Lack of advanced customization options

Weaknesses

Minimal support resources available
No premium version to access enhanced features

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Website owners looking for a simple, no-frills solution to manage author URLs without additional SEO features.

Not ideal for

Users seeking comprehensive SEO tools or advanced URL customization options will find this plugin insufficient.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential author URL control features suitable for basic needs without any cost.

Final Verdict

SF Author Url Control is a straightforward plugin that effectively manages author URLs with minimal setup and impact on site performance.

While it lacks advanced features and a premium version, it serves well for users needing a simple solution without extra SEO functionalities.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free SF Author Url Control plugin.

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Author

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Custom

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Permalink

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Contributors and developers

“SF Author Url Control” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

Free Version

WPS

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6.67

Average

Ratings

5 out of 5 | 11

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Version

1.2

Last updated

10 years ago

Active installations

1,000+

WordPress version

4.5.33 or higher

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PHP version

or higher

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Languages

0

Category

User Management & Authentication

User Registration & Login

Tags

Author,Custom,Customize,Permalink,Slug

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