Easy PHP Settings vs Monster Widget

Easy PHP Settings provides a user-friendly interface to view and manage crucial PHP and WordPress configurations without needing to manually edit server files. It’s designed for both single-site and multisite installations, giving administrators the power to optimize their environment directly from the dashboard. Key Features: Manage PHP Settings: Easily modify the 5 core PHP settings (memory_limit, upload_max_filesize, post_max_size, max_execution_time, max_input_vars) through dedicated fields. Custom php.ini Configuration: Add any additional PHP directives (session settings, timezone, logging, file uploads, etc.) directly in the flexible custom configuration textarea. Quick Presets: Choose from pre-configured optimization profiles (Default, Performance, WooCommerce, Development, Large Media) that populate both core fields and custom php.ini directives automatically. WordPress Memory Management: Configure WordPress-specific memory limits including WP_MEMORY_LIMIT and WP_MAX_MEMORY_LIMIT to optimize your site’s performance. Automatic Configuration: When you save your settings, the plugin automatically generates .user.ini and php.ini files in your WordPress root directory. Configuration Generator: For locked-down environments, the plugin provides a generator to create configuration snippets that you can manually add to your server files. PHP Extensions Viewer: View all loaded PHP extensions categorized by type, with indicators for critical missing extensions and recommendations. Settings Validation: Automatically detects potentially problematic configuration values and warns you before saving. Settings History: Track all changes made to your settings with the ability to restore previous configurations. Export history as CSV. Import/Export: Backup your settings as JSON files and migrate configurations between sites effortlessly. One-Click Reset: Reset to recommended values or server defaults with automatic backup creation. Helpful Tooltips: Hover over help icons next to each setting to understand what it does and why it matters. Live Status Checker: A dedicated “Status” tab shows your current server environment, including PHP version, server software, and a comparison of current vs. recommended PHP values. WordPress Debugging: A “Debugging” tab with on/off switches lets you easily toggle WP_DEBUG, WP_DEBUG_LOG, WP_DEBUG_DISPLAY, and SCRIPT_DEBUG constants in your wp-config.php file. Multisite Compatible: On multisite networks, settings are managed at the network level by Super Admins. This plugin is perfect for developers and site administrators who want a quick and safe way to view and adjust their site’s technical settings. Privacy & usage data: On activation and periodically while active, Easy PHP Settings sends basic site information to the developer to improve plugin services: site URL, WordPress/PHP/plugin versions, server software, admin email, and lists of installed plugins and themes. An informational admin notice explains this on first use; see the About tab for full details. Pro Features Upgrade to Easy PHP Settings Pro for advanced controls, automation, and tooling designed for performance, safety, and team productivity. Advanced PHP & Server Controls Manage all PHP INI directives (memory, upload, post size, execution time, input vars, OPcache, sessions, error_reporting). Advanced Config Generator (Apache .htaccess, NGINX snippets, cPanel/LiteSpeed compatibility). Per-site overrides in Multisite (instead of only Network Admin). PHP Extension Checker → Detects missing extensions (imagick, intl, bcmath, etc.) and gives install guidance. Real-time Server Health Monitor → CPU, RAM, disk usage, PHP-FPM pool stats. Optimization & Performance One-click Optimization Profiles (ready presets): WooCommerce Stores Elementor / Page Builders LMS (LearnDash, TutorLMS) High Traffic Blogs Multisite Networks Smart Recommendations → Suggest best values based on your hosting/server. OPcache Manager → Enable/disable and tune OPcache. Safety & Reliability Backup & Restore Configurations (before/after editing .user.ini & php.ini). Safe Mode → If wrong values break the site, plugin auto-rolls back to last working config. Error Log Viewer → View PHP error logs and debug logs directly from dashboard. Email Alerts & Notifications → Sends warnings if PHP limits are too low, or site hits memory/time limits. Productivity & Agency Tools Import / Export Settings → Save your preferred config and apply on other sites. Multi-Site Templates → Apply one config across the network. White-label Option → Rebrand plugin for agencies (hide “Easy PHP Settings” branding). Role-based Access → Allow only specific roles (like Admins, Developers) to change PHP settings. Premium Experience Priority Support (faster replies, email/ticket). Regular Pro Updates with new hosting compatibility. Advanced Documentation & Tutorials (step-by-step setup guides). Summary (Pro Highlights) Advanced Settings (all directives, OPcache, sessions) Profiles (WooCommerce, LMS, high traffic, etc.) Monitoring (server health, error logs) Backup/Restore + Safe Mode Import/Export & Agency Tools Alerts & Notifications Premium Support

The Monster widget consolidates all 13 core widgets into a single widget enabling theme developers to create multiple instances with ease. It has been created to save time during theme development and review by minimizing the steps needed to populate a sidebar with widgets. The Monster widget is not designed for use in production.