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Shortcode Redirect vs Smart User Slug Hider (2026)

Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.

Shortcode Redirect

Shortcode Redirect

4.3(31)

10K+ active installs

Free

Updated 7 months ago
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Smart User Slug Hider

Smart User Slug Hider

4.9(55)

3.0K+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 year ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Smart User Slug Hider has a higher user rating (4.9/5 from 55 reviews) while Shortcode Redirect leads in active installations (10K+ vs 3.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Shortcode Redirect has accumulated 93K+ total downloads while Smart User Slug Hider has 53K+.

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.3/5Shortcode Redirect
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Smart User Slug Hider4.9/5
Total Reviews
31Shortcode Redirect
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Smart User Slug Hider55
Active Installs
10K+Shortcode Redirect
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Smart User Slug Hider3.0K+
Total Downloads
93K+Shortcode Redirect
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Smart User Slug Hider53K+
Support Resolution
N/AShortcode Redirect
Smart User Slug HiderN/A
Last Updated
7 months agoShortcode Redirect
◄
Smart User Slug Hider1 year ago
First Released
2011Shortcode Redirect
Smart User Slug Hider2014
Age
15 yearsShortcode Redirect
Smart User Slug Hider12 years
WP Requires
6.0+Shortcode Redirect
Smart User Slug Hider4.0+
PHP Requires
false+Shortcode Redirect
Smart User Slug Hider5.4+
Business Model
FreeShortcode Redirect
Smart User Slug HiderFree
Latest Version
1.0.03Shortcode Redirect
Smart User Slug Hider4.0.6

Rating Breakdown

Shortcode Redirect

4.3/5(31 reviews)
5
71%
4
13%
3
3%
2
3%
1
10%

Smart User Slug Hider

4.9/5(55 reviews)
5
96%
4
0%
3
2%
2
0%
1
2%

Recent Reviews

Shortcode Redirect Reviews

by flyingkites

Works WP 6.5

Just wish there was an option to open in a new tab. Work around was to open the redirected page in a new tab instead.

by chicagola

Exactly what I needed

It is simple and easy to use. Just wish the text wasn’t showing on the frontend. But it is an easy fix so I give it a 5 stars! Thank you for making this plugin!

by erwinprasetyo

Terima Kasih

Pluginnya berfungsi, semoga kedepannya ada pengaturan opsi lebih lanjut (sorry i write in indonesian bahasa)

Smart User Slug Hider Reviews

by briannie

Sad Loss

What a pity that the author is retiring and feels he can no longer support this plugin because it really did do the job and very well indeed. I do hope someone will pick up the coding and get it work

by Terrettgnome

Does exactly as required!

Does exactly what it says and minimal set up required. Just what I needed, thanks! I had an idea inspired by a kids’ educational app that self-generates memorable passwords that might be good for a

by burneplasmafire

Good plugin

I used a different user slug hider in the past and when it stopped being updated I switched to this one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shortcode Redirect or Smart User Slug Hider more popular?
Shortcode Redirect has 10K+ active installations while Smart User Slug Hider has 3.0K+. Shortcode Redirect is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Shortcode Redirect or Smart User Slug Hider?
Shortcode Redirect has a 4.3/5 rating from 31 reviews, while Smart User Slug Hider has a 4.9/5 rating from 55 reviews.
Are Shortcode Redirect and Smart User Slug Hider free?
Shortcode Redirect is free and Smart User Slug Hider is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Shortcode Redirect or Smart User Slug Hider?
Support resolution data is not available for all plugins. Check each plugin's WordPress.org support forum for current response quality.
Which plugin is updated more frequently?
Shortcode Redirect was last updated 7 months ago and Smart User Slug Hider was last updated 1 year ago.

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