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Simple WWW Redirect

By LightPlugins

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.

Simple WWW Redirect Review - In-Depth Analysis

This plugin manages your domain's www settings. It can redirect non-www links to www or vice versa. It's lightweight and easy to use.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.82/10

User Rating

2.7/5 (based on 3+ 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 you to specify whether your domain will include www or not. You can redirect www links to non-www or non-www links to www based on your preference.

It is a simple and lightweight plugin that helps in managing your website's URL structure efficiently.

With this plugin, you can ensure that all visitors are directed to the correct version of your website, improving your site's SEO and user experience.

Comparing to Alternatives

Simple WWW Redirect is a basic plugin designed for straightforward redirection tasks, but there are several other plugins offering more features and stability in this category.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and lightweight, easy to use for basic redirection needs
No known security vulnerabilities reported
Free to use with no paid version required
Focuses specifically on www and non-www redirection
Minimal setup required for quick deployment

Weaknesses

Causes critical errors on activation for some users
Limited functionality compared to alternatives
No pro version or advanced features available
Reported to potentially damage sites upon installation

User Sentiment Analysis

With a mixed rating of 2.7 out of 5 and two-thirds of ratings being 1 or 2 stars, user feedback highlights significant issues despite some appreciation for its simplicity.

Positive highlights

'Great simple and lightweight plugin.' — LightPlugins

Common complaints

Plugin causes critical errors when activated
Reported to damage sites after installation

Weaknesses

Instability and bugs affecting site functionality
Lack of technical support or updates to fix issues
Limited features compared to other redirect plugins

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a very simple and lightweight plugin for basic www to non-www redirection without advanced features.

Not ideal for

Users who need a stable, fully supported plugin or require advanced redirect management should avoid this plugin due to reported critical errors and site damage.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic www and non-www redirection functionality with no additional features.

Final Verdict

Simple WWW Redirect offers a lightweight and straightforward solution for basic redirection needs, but it suffers from serious stability issues that have led to critical errors and site damage for some users. Its lack of advanced features and absence of a pro version limit its appeal compared to more robust alternatives.

Given the mixed user feedback and potential risks, users seeking reliable and feature-rich redirection plugins should consider other options. However, those needing a minimalistic tool and willing to accept some risk might find it suitable for simple tasks.