When testing new features or troubleshooting, administrators may need to view the site as different user roles. Instead of logging out and back in, you can use the User Switching plugin to instantly swap between accounts. On ruachost.com, this makes role testing and management much faster.
Why Use User Switching?
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Quickly test site features under different roles (Admin, Editor, Subscriber).
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Save time by avoiding repeated logins/logouts.
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Useful for developers, support teams, and site administrators.
Installing the User Switching Plugin
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Log in to WordPress with an administrator account.
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In the dashboard, go to Plugins → Add New.
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Search for User Switching.
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Click Install Now, then Activate.
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A new option will appear in the Users section.
⚙️ Switching Between Users
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In the dashboard, go to Users → All Users.
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Hover over the account you want to switch to.
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Click Switch To.
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You will be instantly logged out of your current account and logged in as the selected user.
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To return, click Switch Back from the admin bar or dashboard.
Additional Features
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Switch Off → Log out but retain the ability to switch back instantly.
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Role Testing → Verify permissions and access for different user roles.
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Security → Only administrators can switch between accounts.
Important Notes
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Always use this plugin responsibly, switching accounts gives full access to that user’s permissions.
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Do not use on production sites without proper authorization.
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For client sites, inform users before switching into their accounts.
