UM User Switching
Addon that integrates User Switching to Ultimate Member
Use with caution
UM User Switching works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 44/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (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 UM User Switching stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| fast user switching | #37 |
| multisite | >100 |
| profiles | >100 |
| user switching | #40 |
| users | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About UM User Switching
From the official readme · v1.0.2Description
Adds a link to member profile header section of Ultimate Member for switching to a user.
Compatibility
- Tested up to 1.4.0 of User Switching
- Tested up to 2.0.35 of Ultimate Member
Installation
- Download and extract the zip archive
- Upload
um-user-switchingfolder to/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate the plugin through the \’Plugins\’ menu in WordPress
Frequently asked questions
Do I need another plugin for this?
This plugin requires both Ultimate Member and User Switching
Where can I learn more about User Switching?
This plugin compliments User Switching, you can find more details about User Switching here
Where can I find the switch button/link?
A link is placed inside of the Ultimate Member profile header.
Can a regular user switch to another user account?
This plugin uses the same role and access permission as User Switching and will adjust accordingly.
Does this gives the option to create child accounts?
No, UM User Switching doesn’t grant the ability to create and manage child accounts.
Is there a Pro version to this?
No. This plugin is free and open-sourced like Ultimate Member and User Switching
Changelog
1.0.2
- Security: Added ABSPATH guard.
- Security: Escaped admin requirement notice output.
- Removed duplicate trunk/ SVN folder.
- Tested with WordPress 6.8.
- Requires PHP 7.4.
1.0.0
- Initial release.
1.0.1
- Made Ultimate Member 2.0 compatible
1.0.1.1
- Fixed: Plugin is not backwards compatible with Ultimate Member
For developers
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Best UM User Switching alternatives
All fast user switching plugins →| Rank | Plugin | Active installs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
User Switching
Instant switching between user accounts in WordPress and WooCommerce.
|
200K+ |
| 2 |
User Switcher
Switch between any WordPress user account in one click — no password needed. Built for…
|
10+ |
FAQ
UM User Switching: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 27, 2026
Is UM User Switching free?
Yes. UM User Switching is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is UM User Switching safe to use in 2026?
UM User Switching works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 44/100 on our health check.
How many websites use UM User Switching?
UM User Switching is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,156 times since it launched in March 2017. It was downloaded 65 times in the last 30 days.
Does UM User Switching work with WordPress 7.1?
UM User Switching is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does UM User Switching need?
UM User Switching requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was UM User Switching last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on June 7, 2026 (4 months ago).
Who makes UM User Switching?
UM User Switching is developed and maintained by SuitePlugins.
What are the best alternatives to UM User Switching?
The most popular alternatives to UM User Switching are User Switching (200K+ installs) and User Switcher (10+ installs).
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