# AuthLatch

> AuthLatch has <10 active installs and 89 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** AuthLatch works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

**Passwordless login for WordPress with magic links, passkeys, self-service account security, and built-in SMTP settings.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 140
- **Downloads (30 days):** 89 (-34.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** Aug 27, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.4+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Rayhan Sardar (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/madc0de/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/authlatch/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [magic link](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/magic-link/) | #8 | 10 |
| [passkey](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/passkey/) | #9 | 15 |
| [passwordless login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/passwordless-login/) | #23 | 29 |
| [smtp](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/smtp/) | >100 | 300 |
| [webauthn](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/webauthn/) | #20 | 21 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| magic link | >100 | 544 |
| passkey | #44 | 103 |
| passwordless login | >100 | 213 |
| smtp | >100 | 1,378 |
| webauthn | #22 | 53 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Magic Login – Magic Link & Passwordless Authentication for WordPress – Login Without Password](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/magic-login/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (26) | Aug 11, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 2 | [Social Login, Passkeys, Magic Link & Email OTP – Passwordless Login by VentraConnect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ventraconnect-social-login/) | 90+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 5, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 3 | [Mail Me In – Magic Link Login for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mail-me-in-magic-link-login-for-woocommerce/) | <10 | — | May 17, 2025 | 19/100 |
| 4 | [LoginEase](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/loginease/) | <10 | — | Jan 15, 2026 | 36/100 |
| 5 | [Elevation Magic Link Login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/elevation-magic-link/) | <10 | — | Jan 23, 2026 | 36/100 |
| 6 | [Nextfly Domain Restricted Access](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nextfly-domain-restricted-access/) | <10 | — | Sep 16, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 7 | [MemberMagix](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/membermagix/) | <10 | — | Apr 14, 2026 | 31/100 |
| 9 | [Erdo Client Preview](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/erdo-client-preview/) | <10 | — | Aug 27, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 10 | [WebEquipe Passwordless Checkout for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/webequipe-passwordless-checkout/) | <10 | — | Sep 16, 2026 | 64/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is AuthLatch free?
Yes. AuthLatch is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is AuthLatch safe to use in 2026?
AuthLatch works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use AuthLatch?
AuthLatch is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 140 times since it launched in August 2026. It was downloaded 89 times in the last 30 days.

### Does AuthLatch work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested AuthLatch up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.4 or newer.

### What PHP version does AuthLatch need?
AuthLatch requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was AuthLatch last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on August 27, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes AuthLatch?
AuthLatch is developed and maintained by Rayhan Sardar.

### What are the best alternatives to AuthLatch?
The most popular alternatives to AuthLatch are Magic Login (3K+ installs), Social Login, Passkeys, Mag… (90+ installs) and Mail Me In (<10 installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/authlatch/ · Generated 2026-09-29 22:29 UTC by PageForge