# Magic Login Link

> Magic Login Link has 90+ active installs and 130 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 25/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Magic Login Link shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 90+ sites and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

**With the Magic Login Link Plugin, you can login to wordpress without entering your password. This is awesome, if you have forgotten your password or your password is just hard to remember. After entering your mail…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 90+
- **Total downloads:** 2,183
- **Downloads (30 days):** 130 (+85.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 25/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** Mar 28, 2018
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.6+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Tim Sippel (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/smtisipp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/magic-link-login/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/login/) | >100 | 910 |
| [magic](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/magic/) | #1 | 7 |
| [Magic Login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/magic-login/) | #2 | 3 |
| [passwordless login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/passwordless-login/) | #9 | 29 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| login | >100 | 8,595 |
| magic | >100 | 846 |
| Magic Login | >100 | 246 |
| passwordless login | >100 | 213 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WPS Hide Login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wps-hide-login/) | 2M+ | 4.8/5 (2,111) | Aug 13, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 2 | [Loginizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/loginizer/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (1,033) | Sep 28, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 3 | [Security Optimizer – The All-In-One Protection Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sg-security/) | 1M+ | 4.5/5 (157) | Aug 28, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 4 | [Limit Login Attempts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/limit-login-attempts/) | 300K+ | 4.6/5 (202) | Apr 4, 2023 | 48/100 |
| 5 | [LoginPress / wp-login Custom Login Page Customizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/loginpress/) | 200K+ | 4.8/5 (1,076) | Jul 10, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 6 | [WPS Limit Login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wps-limit-login/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (83) | Sep 18, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Login Lockdown & Protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/login-lockdown/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (61) | Aug 16, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 8 | [Hide My WP Ghost – Security & Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hide-my-wp/) | 100K+ | 4.5/5 (372) | Sep 29, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [Custom Login Page Customizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/login-customizer/) | 90K+ | 4.8/5 (410) | Jan 6, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 10 | [WP fail2ban – Advanced Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-fail2ban/) | 60K+ | 4.2/5 (71) | Apr 29, 2025 | 42/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Magic Login Link safe to use in 2026?
Magic Login Link shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 90+ sites and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Magic Login Link?
Magic Login Link is active on 90+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,183 times since it launched in March 2018. It was downloaded 130 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Magic Login Link work with WordPress 7.1?
Magic Login Link is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.33, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Magic Login Link need?
Magic Login Link requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Magic Login Link last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on March 28, 2018 (9 years ago).

### Who makes Magic Login Link?
Magic Login Link is developed and maintained by Tim Sippel.

### What are the best alternatives to Magic Login Link?
The most popular alternatives to Magic Login Link are WPS Hide Login (2M+ installs), Loginizer (1M+ installs) and Security Optimizer (1M+ installs).


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