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<p>This plugin was originally developed by <a href="https://markwilkinson.me/" rel="nofollow ugc">Mark Wilkinson</a>.</p>
<p>An admin bar “Switch to User” option is provided which on hover provides a search box where you can query a user to switch to. The results are links to switch to that user. This plugin is great for when you are building sites for clients and it is beneficial to see the site as your logged in client see’s it.</p>
<p>And there is an optional mode where you can use a custom keyboard combination, say ‘su’, and it activates the form where you search for users, and then you can use keyboard arrows to navigate the list of results, and the return key to switch to the selected user. The same combo can be used to focus the ‘Switch Off’ link, following a return to simulate a click.</p>
<p>To activate this feature and set the custom keyboard combination, aka magic word, you need to use the <code>abus_ajax_args</code> and add a ‘magicWord’ variable.</p>
<p>Note that keyboard navigation is not dependant on the custom keyboard combination, and can be used out of the box.</p>


Admin Bar User Switching

The missing feature of "User Switching" plugin

Great

Suggestions:

	Option to show dropdown instead of text input (from personal experience, most of the time site only have 2~3 users)
Dropdown is loosing focus when trying to click on it, it's kinda annoying


Uninstalled it right away, but could be a good thing with some tweaks.

Could be better


It is easy to switch back from a switched to account, not so easy to switch away as a user list is not displayed, you have to search first.  Ideally I'd have an option to choose the accounts and have a button for each.


Switching Back Easy, Switching To Harder than need be

Extends the excellent User Switching plugin by John Blackbourn by adding a User Switching to the admin bar for quick and easy user switching.

Nirav Mehta

Sandhya M

Icegram

<p>Switch users in WordPress instantly with a single click — no need to log out and log back in.</p>
<p>Icegram User Switching is a fast, secure, and lightweight plugin that helps administrators and developers test different user roles, debug issues, and manage user experiences efficiently.</p>
<p>This plugin is especially useful for WooCommerce stores, membership sites, LMS platforms, and any site where multiple user roles exist.</p>
<h4>Why use Icegram User Switching?</h4>
<ul>
<li>One-click user switching without logout</li>
<li>Faster testing and debugging workflows</li>
<li>Works seamlessly with WooCommerce and membership plugins</li>
<li>Secure switching (only authorized roles allowed)</li>
<li>Lightweight and performance-friendly</li>
</ul>
<h4>Common Use Cases</h4>
<ul>
<li>Test user roles like Subscriber, Customer, Editor, or Admin</li>
<li>Debug user-specific issues quickly</li>
<li>Preview WooCommerce customer journeys and checkout flows</li>
<li>Validate membership or course access</li>
<li>Provide better customer support by viewing user experience</li>
</ul>
<h4>How It Works</h4>
<ol>
<li>Install and activate the plugin</li>
<li>Navigate to Users <span aria-hidden="true" class="wp-exclude-emoji">→</span> All Users</li>
<li>Click “Switch To” next to any user</li>
<li>Instantly logged in as that user</li>
<li>Switch back to your account anytime</li>
</ol>
<h4>Frequently Asked Questions</h4>
<h4>Can I switch users without logging out?</h4>
<p>Yes, you can switch between users instantly without logging out.</p>
<h4>Who can use this feature?</h4>
<p>Only administrators or authorized roles can switch users.</p>
<h4>Does this plugin modify user data?</h4>
<p>No, it only changes the current session. No user data is altered.</p>
<h4>Does it support WooCommerce?</h4>
<p>Yes, you can test customer accounts, orders, and checkout flows easily.</p>
<h4>Can I switch back to my original account?</h4>
<p>Yes, you can return to your original account with one click.</p>


Icegram User Switching – Switch Users Instantly

Switch between WordPress user accounts instantly without logging out. Ideal for WooCommerce, membership sites, and role testing.

Admin Bar User Switching vs Icegram User Switching – Switch Users Instantly