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Total downloads: 876
Active installs: 200
Total reviews: 0
Average rating: 0
Support threads opened: 0
Support threads resolved: 0 (0%)
Available in: 1 language(s)
Contributors: 1
Last updated: 5/27/2025 (219 days ago)
Added to WordPress: 1/24/2025 (0 years old)
Minimum WordPress version: f
Tested up to WordPress version: 6.8.3
Minimum PHP version: 7.2.5

Maintenance & Compatibility

Maintenance score

Stale • Last updated 219 days ago

38/100

Is Better By Default abandoned?

Likely maintained (last update 219 days ago).

Compatibility

Requires WordPress: f
Tested up to: 6.8.3
Requires PHP: 7.2.5

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MULTIDOTS Inc (Owner)8

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Description

The Better By Default Plugin is a comprehensive solution designed to elevate your WordPress experience, focusing on three core areas: simplicity, security, and performance. By streamlining the admin area, implementing security enhancements, and optimizing site functionality, this plugin empowers you to maintain a cleaner, more efficient, and secure website.

Key Features:

  • Simplify: Customize the WordPress admin area by simplifying menus and options to create a clean interface.
  • Security Improvements: Enable simple settings for stronger security, such as disabling XML-RPC or enforcing stronger passwords.
  • Performance Boost: Remove unnecessary features that impact site performance.
  • Personalization: Change default colors, icons, and settings to match your preferences.

Why Choose the Better By Default Plugin?

👉 Increased Productivity

  • Reduced Distractions: A cleaner admin interface minimizes distractions, allowing you to focus on essential tasks.
  • Faster Workflow: Streamlined menus and options save you time navigating the dashboard.

👉 Personalized Experience

  • Tailored to Your Needs: Customize the admin area to match your preferences and workflow, creating a more comfortable and productive environment.
  • Increased User Satisfaction: A personalized experience makes working with WordPress more enjoyable and engaging.

👉 Ease of Use

  • Simple and Intuitive: The plugin is easy to install and configure, with no technical expertise required.
  • Minimal Configuration: Most settings are pre-configured for optimal results, requiring minimal user input.

External Services

This plugin connects to Jetpack to manage site subscribers.
It sends the site ID when checking subscriber data and redirects users for management.
Terms of service: Jetpack Terms of Service
Privacy policy: Jetpack Privacy Policy

License

This plugin is licensed under the GPLv3 license. Please see the license file for more details.

Credits

Better By Default is developed by Multidots.

Installation

  1. Upload the better-by-default folder to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory.
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
  3. Navigate to the settings page Better By Default’ to customize options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this plugin work on multisite installations?

Yes, Better By Default is compatible with multisite installations. You can activate it network-wide or for individual sites.

Can I revert changes made by this plugin?

Yes, disabling the plugin will revert any admin customizations made by Better By Default.

Does this plugin affect the front end of my site?

No, Better By Default only makes changes to the WordPress admin dashboard and backend settings. It does not impact your site’s appearance or functionality for visitors.

Can Better By Default improve my website’s performance?

Yes, the plugin removes unnecessary features that can impact site performance, leading to a more efficient and faster website.

What security enhancements does Better By Default offer?

Better By Default provides simple settings for stronger security, such as disabling XML-RPC and enforcing stronger passwords, helping to protect your website from potential threats.

How do I troubleshoot conflicts with other plugins?

Disable other plugins one by one to identify conflicts. If the issue persists, contact our support team for assistance.

How do I get support if I face an issue?

You can post your queries on the WordPress.org support forum for the plugin.

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Changelog

1.3- 27.05.2025

  • Minor bug fixes

1.2 – 17.04.2025

  • Minor bug fixes

1.1 – 07.04.2025

  • Resolved display and data rendering issues in the Activity Log Table
  • Fixed bug affecting the “Disable Crawling” functionality
  • Fixed issue with the “Enable Public Page Preview” feature not working as expected

1.0.0 – 24.01.2025

  • Initial release.
  • Added admin enhancement features.
  • Improved security settings for the WordPress backend.
  • Provided options to boost performance by removing unnecessary features.
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