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underConstruction

By Garrett Grimm

Site Administration & Utilities / Maintenance Mode

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

underConstruction Review - In-Depth Analysis

Creates a Coming Soon page for users not logged in. Ideal for site development.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.02/10

User Rating

4.5/5 (based on 111+ reviews)

Active Installations

40,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5.1 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin allows you to create a Coming Soon page that will be displayed to all users who are not logged in. It is particularly useful for developing a site on a live server while keeping it hidden from the public.

With this plugin, you can ensure that your site remains private until you are ready to launch. It provides an easy way to manage visibility during the development phase.

Comparing to Alternatives

underConstruction is a straightforward under construction plugin with several alternatives available that offer similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and easy to use interface
Allows custom HTML input for flexibility
Lightweight with no unnecessary features
Reliable performance for basic under construction needs
Positive user feedback on functionality

Weaknesses

User interface can feel rough and less polished
Limited styling options without custom code
No pro version or advanced premium features
Has had several security vulnerabilities in the past

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin holds a strong positive rating with 86.5% of users giving 4 or 5 stars, reflecting general satisfaction. Negative reviews are minimal and do not highlight major issues.

Positive highlights

"Works great. I love the simplicity and custom html input." - sreed27
"UI is a bit rough, but it does what it says." - certainlyakey
"Simple, does the job." - janbijster
"So easy, so simple just gets the job done!" - Josh Fisher
"No bells, no whistles, just straightforward." - tkoc

Common complaints

Weaknesses

User interface is not very polished or intuitive
Limited customization without coding
Past security vulnerabilities may concern cautious users

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a simple, no-frills under construction plugin that allows custom HTML and straightforward setup.

Not ideal for

Those seeking advanced design options, premium support, or who require a plugin with a spotless security record.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers essential under construction mode features with custom HTML input and basic functionality.

Final Verdict

underConstruction is a reliable and simple plugin that effectively serves its purpose for users needing a basic under construction page with custom HTML capabilities. Its high user ratings reflect satisfaction with its core functionality despite a somewhat rough user interface.

However, the plugin has a history of security vulnerabilities that have been addressed in updates, which may be a concern for security-conscious users. Additionally, the lack of a pro version limits advanced features, so users requiring more customization or premium support might consider alternatives.

Other Notable Features

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

Coming Soon page

site development

under construction

Screenshots

FAQ

If you’ve disabled the plugin, it won’t show anything anymore. To be extra super-sure, try deleting the plugin files. Usually, though, the issue is that you’re seeing a cached version of the page. Try force-refreshing your browser, and then try clearing your cache on the server and force refreshing again. If you have a caching plugin like W3 Total Cache, make sure you clear that too!