User Switcher
A helper tool to help you switch between user account without logging in and out.
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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.
- Small user base (100+ active installs)
- No update in 9 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 4.6 (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 User Switcher stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| capabilities | >100 |
| guest | >100 |
| roles | >100 |
| user | >100 |
| users | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 4.6 from 7 reviews
About User Switcher
From the official readme · v2.0.0Description
A simple tool that allows you to switch between user accounts without the hassle of logging in/out. It allows you to view, review and do what yours does to your site.
Features
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Switch between user account and to guest user.
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Inherit all capabilities of the selected account, as if you are that very same user.
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Helpful for developers, designers, and site owners.
Installation
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Upload
userSwitcherto the/wp-content/plugins/directory -
Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
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Click
User Switchermenu at the top (admin bar). If admin bar is disabled, you will see a small box at the bottom left corner of your page.
Changelog
1.0
- First release.
1.1
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Fix switcher UI at admin bar.
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Added switcher UI if admin bar is disabled.
1.1.2
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Rename directory url not showing on Linux.
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Added “My Account” option for easy switching back to current account.
2.0.0
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New improve user interface.
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Added advanced user search.
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Added option to switch back to restricted admin pages.
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FAQ
User Switcher: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 27, 2026
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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