Meks Smart Author Widget vs Username Changer

Simple plugin which allows you to display author/user info inside WordPress widget. Smart feature of this plugin is user/author “auto detection” which means that it can optionally show author of current post on single post templates or on specific author archive. Features Flexible display options Auto detect post author on single post and author templates Custom avatar size Link avatar image to author archive (optional) Link user display name to author archive (optional) Replace widget title with user display name (optional) Smart Author Widget plugin is created by Meks Live example? You can see Smart Author Widget live example on our Typology theme demo website

Finally Change WordPress Usernames — Safely and Instantly WordPress permanently locks usernames after registration. Username Changer breaks through this limitation, giving you full control over user identities without losing any data. By TRS Plugins | Pro ⭐ | Docs | Privacy Policy Why You Need This Plugin WordPress locks usernames by default — but mistakes happen, conventions change, and security sometimes requires a reset. Username Changer lets you update any username instantly, directly from the user profile page, with zero data loss. Fix registration typos in seconds Standardize usernames across your organization Update compromised or generic usernames like “admin” Resolve username conflicts when merging or migrating sites Trusted solution since 2011 with continuous updates and improvements. Who Is It For? WordPress Agencies Standardize client usernames across multiple sites, fix migration errors, and maintain professional naming conventions at scale. Security-Conscious Site Owners Quickly update usernames if security concerns arise. Rotating away from “admin” is one of the easiest hardening steps you can take. Community & Membership Sites Allow members to update their own usernames, resolve disputes, and keep directories clean and consistent. Content Sites with Multiple Authors Works seamlessly with Co-Authors Plus and other author plugins. Update usernames without breaking content associations. Key Features ✓ One-click username updates directly from user profiles ✓ Zero data loss — all posts, metadata, and associations stay intact ✓ Email notifications when usernames are changed ✓ Nickname support for additional flexibility ✓ Proper username sanitization to prevent security issues ✓ SQL-optimized for performance ✓ Multisite compatible ✓ Works with any WordPress theme Admin Settings Page The plugin adds a settings page under Users → Username Changer with the following tabs: Settings — Configure username rules, email notifications, and message strings Help — Access the live demo and product walkthrough ⭐ Go Pro — Unlock bulk username management and audit tools Support — Links to documentation and support resources Pro Version Upgrade to Username Changer Pro ⭐ to unlock: Bulk Username Updater — Update hundreds of usernames at once via inline editing or CSV import/export Audit Log — Full history of every username change with timestamps and IP addresses, exportable as CSV License Management — Per-site license activation with automatic background verification Simple Setup Install and activate the plugin (30 seconds) Navigate to any user’s profile page Change the username instantly The change applies across your entire site No complicated settings, no technical headaches. External Services This plugin optionally sends usage data to TRS Plugins when the site admin explicitly opts in. No data is collected without consent. Data sent may include: admin name, email, site URL, WP/PHP version, and plugin/theme list depending on the options selected. Privacy policy: https://trsplugins.com/privacy-policy/