Hide usernames in Author Pages URLs to enhance Security
Alternatives to Block Registered Usernames in Comments
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To prevent that usernames are publically visible, the username in the author's permalink is replaced with the author's ID.
Track changes to user accounts, keep a lightweight activity log, lock/unlock users, change usernames, restrict dashboard access, and monitor logins.
The Edit Usernames plugin allows WordPress admins and WooCommerce managers to edit the users' usernames through the admin dashboard. Simple!
Restrict the usernames, email addresses, characters and symbols or email from specific domain names or language in registration ...
Choose who gets WordPress comment emails: send moderation and new comment notifications to your own list of addresses and the post author.
Clean up comment spam by URL pattern, schedule auto-cleanups, block bots with a honeypot, and auto-score comment quality — all in one panel.
Tag and mention users in WordPress comments with @username — no BuddyPress needed! Notify tagged users via email. Supports bbPress & WooCommerce.
Remove Comment Author Link & Links from Comments, Unlink, Disable Comments, Delete All Pending Comments. AI Auto Comment Reply, Voice, Attachments
Change WordPress usernames with optimal security and data integrity.