GM Site Admin
This plugin creates a Site Administrator user role.
Consider an alternative
GM Site Admin shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 10 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 4.4 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & supportDaily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where GM Site Admin stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| administrators | >100 |
| client user roles | >100 |
| Editors | >100 |
| user roles | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About GM Site Admin
From the official readme · v1.0.3Description
GM Site Admin gives you the ability to bridge the gap between Editor and Administrator. This user role allows you to set a user to a higher access level but keep them away from the dangers of a full Administrator role.
Site Admin Can:
- Read, Edit, Delete and Publish Posts and Pages
- Create and Manage Categories
- Manage Comments
- Upload Files to the Media Library
- Create, Edit and Delete Users
- Edit Theme Options
Site Admin Cannot:
- Change Themes
- Activate, Update or Delete Plugins
- Export or Import content via the Tools menu
Installation
- Upload the GM Site Admin plugin to your ‘/wp-content/plugins/’ directory.
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to Users menu and create a new user or change the role for an existing user.
Changelog
1.0.2
- Minor Update for 4.4.1 Compatibility
1.0.2
- Minor Bug Fixes
1.0.1
- Minor Bug Fixes
1.0
- Initial Release
Screenshots
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Best GM Site Admin alternatives
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| 1 |
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FAQ
GM Site Admin: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 21, 2026
Is GM Site Admin free?
Yes. GM Site Admin is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is GM Site Admin safe to use in 2026?
GM Site Admin shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
How many websites use GM Site Admin?
GM Site Admin is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,879 times since it launched in April 2015. It was downloaded 53 times in the last 30 days.
Does GM Site Admin work with WordPress 7.1?
GM Site Admin is officially tested up to WordPress 4.4.34, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was GM Site Admin last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on January 11, 2016 (11 years ago).
Who makes GM Site Admin?
GM Site Admin is developed and maintained by ashlealanier.
What are the best alternatives to GM Site Admin?
The most popular alternatives to GM Site Admin are Muzodo Events (40+ installs) and Custom Admin Update (<10 installs).
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