Elevation Magic Link Login
Add a secure, passwordless login option to the default WordPress login form.
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Elevation Magic Link Login shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Rankings
Where Elevation Magic Link Login stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| authentication | >100 |
| login | >100 |
| magic link | #97 |
| passwordless | >100 |
| security | >100 |
About Elevation Magic Link Login
From the official readme · v1.2.2Description
Elevation Magic Link Login allows your users to sign in without remembering a password. By simply entering their username or email address, they receive a secure, time-sensitive link via email that logs them in instantly.
This plugin is built with security as a priority, utilizing WordPress best practices such as nonces, input sanitization, output escaping, hashed tokens, and HMAC signatures to ensure your site and users remain protected.
Features
Adds a “Send Me a Magic Link” button to the default WP login form.
New: Toggle-based UI that hides the password field when requesting a link for a cleaner experience.
Secure, high-entropy token generation.
Tokens are hashed before storage for maximum security.
Cross-device support: Uses stateless HMAC signatures to validate links even if opened on a different device than requested.
One-time use links that expire after 15 minutes (filterable).
No-password fallback for users who forget their credentials.
Lightweight and developer-friendly.
Filterable redirect URL after successful login.
Installation
Upload the elevation-magic-link-login folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
Your login page will now display the Magic Link button.
Frequently asked questions
How long do links stay valid?
By default, links expire after 15 minutes. Developers can change this using the emll_token_expiration filter.
Does this replace the standard password login?
No, it adds a secondary option. Users can still log in using their standard username and password.
How can I change the redirect URL?
You can use the emll_login_redirect filter in your theme’s functions.php. Example: add_filter(’emll_login_redirect’, function($url, $user) { return home_url(‘/welcome’); }, 10, 2);
Changelog
1.2.2
Improved UI: The “Send Magic Link” button now toggles the form view, hiding the password field and showing a specific email submission button.
Added “Back to Password Login” link for better usability.
1.2.1
Security Update: Implemented Stateless HMAC Signature verification. This validates the link origin while allowing users to request on one device and login on another.
Fix: Replaced raw script tags with wp_add_inline_script for better WordPress standard compliance.
1.2
Added emll_login_redirect filter for custom redirect URLs.
Documentation updates.
1.1
Added hashed token storage.
Improved security checks for user identification.
Added CSRF protection via nonces.
1.0
Initial release.
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FAQ
Elevation Magic Link Login: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 29, 2026
Is Elevation Magic Link Login free?
Yes. Elevation Magic Link Login is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Elevation Magic Link Login safe to use in 2026?
Elevation Magic Link Login shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Elevation Magic Link Login?
Elevation Magic Link Login is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 376 times since it launched in January 2026. It was downloaded 48 times in the last 30 days.
Does Elevation Magic Link Login work with WordPress 7.1?
Elevation Magic Link Login is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Elevation Magic Link Login last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.2, was released on January 23, 2026 (8 months ago).
Who makes Elevation Magic Link Login?
Elevation Magic Link Login is developed and maintained by Elevation Team.
What are the best alternatives to Elevation Magic Link Login?
The most popular alternatives to Elevation Magic Link Login are Limit Login Attempts (300K+ installs), WPS Limit Login (100K+ installs) and Two Factor (100K+ installs).
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