Primary Redirect
Redirects users to a custom URL or their primary blog's dashboard after login, replacing the default WordPress behavior.
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Primary Redirect shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Primary Redirect stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| login | >100 |
| multisite | >100 |
| primary | #27 |
| redirect | >100 |
| redirection | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
About Primary Redirect
From the official readme · v2.0.2Description
Primary Redirect is a powerful WordPress plugin that allows you to customize where users are redirected after logging in. Instead of the default WordPress behavior, you can redirect users to:
- A custom URL of your choice
- Their primary blog’s dashboard (in multisite installations)
This plugin is perfect for:
* Multisite networks where you want users to go to their primary blog
* Sites with custom dashboards or landing pages
* Improving user experience with personalized redirects
Key Features
- Custom URL Redirect: Set any URL as the post-login destination
- Primary Blog Redirect: Automatically redirect users to their primary blog’s dashboard (multisite)
- Network & Single Site Support: Works on both multisite networks and single WordPress sites
- Easy Configuration: Simple settings interface in WordPress admin
- Developer Friendly: Clean, modern code following WordPress best practices
Multisite Support
On multisite installations, you get additional options:
* Redirect users to their primary blog’s dashboard
* Network-wide settings that apply to all sites
* Override custom URLs with primary blog redirect
Single Site Support
On single WordPress sites, configure a custom redirect URL that applies to all users after login.
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Installation
- Upload the plugin files to
/wp-content/plugins/primary-redirect/directory, or install through WordPress admin - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- For multisite: Configure settings in Network Admin > Settings
- For single site: Configure settings in Settings > General
Frequently asked questions
Does this work with single WordPress sites?
Yes! The plugin works on both single WordPress installations and multisite networks.
Can I redirect different users to different URLs?
Currently, the plugin redirects all users to the same custom URL or their primary blog dashboard. User-specific redirects are not supported in this version.
Does this affect interim logins or authentication flows?
No, the plugin respects WordPress’s interim login and reauth processes and won’t interfere with them.
Is this compatible with other login plugins?
The plugin uses WordPress’s standard login_redirect filter, so it should be compatible with most other plugins. However, if another plugin also modifies login redirects, the last one to run may take precedence.
Changelog
Major update with improved security, modern code, and better user experience. Please test in a staging environment before updating production sites.
2.0.2 (Jul 25, 2025)
- Minor adjustments
2.0.1 (Jul 24, 2025)
- Bump tested up to WordPress 6.8
2.0 (Jul 24, 2025)
- Complete rewrite with modern WordPress best practices
- Improved security with proper input sanitization and capability checks
- Better code organization and documentation
- Updated plugin header and branding for HandyPlugins
- Improved user interface with better descriptions
- Added proper URL validation
- Enhanced multisite support
- Minimum WordPress version: 5.0
- Minimum PHP version: 7.4
1.1
- Serbo-Croatian language pack added
1.0
- Initial release
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FAQ
Primary Redirect: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 17, 2026
Is Primary Redirect free?
Yes. Primary Redirect is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Primary Redirect safe to use in 2026?
Primary Redirect shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Primary Redirect?
Primary Redirect is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,919 times since it launched in August 2012. It was downloaded 49 times in the last 30 days.
Does Primary Redirect work with WordPress 7.1?
Primary Redirect is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Primary Redirect need?
Primary Redirect requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Primary Redirect last updated?
The latest version, 2.0.2, was released on July 25, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Primary Redirect?
Primary Redirect is developed and maintained by Mustafa Uysal.
What are the best alternatives to Primary Redirect?
The most popular alternatives to Primary Redirect are WPS Hide Login (2M+ installs), Loginizer (1M+ installs) and Security Optimizer (1M+ installs).
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