# User Switcher

> User Switcher has 100+ active installs, a 4.6/5 rating from 7 reviews and 65 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 35/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** User Switcher shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.6/5 and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

**A helper tool to help you switch between user account without logging in and out.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 8,638
- **Downloads (30 days):** 65 (+14% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.6/5 from 7 reviews
- **Health score:** 35/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 2.0.0
- **Last updated:** Dec 3, 2016
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.6.30
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** irenem (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/irenem/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/userswitcher/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [capabilities](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/capabilities/) | #11 | 45 |
| [guest](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/guest/) | #3 | 10 |
| [roles](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/roles/) | #15 | 91 |
| [user](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/user/) | #63 | 295 |
| [users](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/users/) | #65 | 312 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| capabilities | >100 | 7,606 |
| guest | >100 | 2,142 |
| roles | >100 | 6,178 |
| user | >100 | 10,000 |
| users | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 2.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Members – Membership & User Role Editor Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/members/) | 300K+ | 4.9/5 (1,277) | Aug 25, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [PublishPress Capabilities: User Role Access Control, Admin Area Permissions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/capability-manager-enhanced/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (143) | Sep 22, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 3 | [Restrict User Access – Ultimate Membership & Content Protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/restrict-user-access/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (94) | Aug 27, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 4 | [Roles & Capabilities](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/leira-roles/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (7) | Dec 19, 2025 | 54/100 |
| 5 | [User Role for Flamingo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/user-role-for-flamingo/) | 700+ | 3/5 (2) | Nov 26, 2023 | 28/100 |
| 6 | [RoleMaster Suite – User Role Editor for E-Commerce, Membership & Admin Panel](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rolemaster-suite/) | 700+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Sep 17, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 7 | [Enable Contributor Uploads](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/enable-contributor-uploads/) | 300+ | 5/5 (4) | Feb 12, 2026 | 48/100 |
| 8 | [Comment Moderation Role by WPBeginner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/comment-moderation-role/) | 200+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Mar 16, 2026 | 44/100 |
| 9 | [Custom Access Roles](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-access-roles/) | 200+ | 5/5 (1) | Jul 11, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 10 | [Map Cap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/map-cap/) | 100+ | 5/5 (4) | Aug 15, 2013 | 32/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is User Switcher free?
Yes. User Switcher is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is User Switcher safe to use in 2026?
User Switcher shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.6/5 and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use User Switcher?
User Switcher is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 8,638 times since it launched in September 2014. It was downloaded 65 times in the last 30 days.

### Does User Switcher work with WordPress 7.1?
User Switcher is officially tested up to WordPress 4.6.30, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was User Switcher last updated?
The latest version, 2.0.0, was released on December 3, 2016 (10 years ago).

### Who makes User Switcher?
User Switcher is developed and maintained by irenem.

### What are the best alternatives to User Switcher?
The most popular alternatives to User Switcher are Members (300K+ installs), PublishPress Capabilities:… (100K+ installs) and Restrict User Access (10K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/userswitcher/ · Generated 2026-09-27 17:40 UTC by PageForge