An Introduction To WordPress Social Login
With more people becoming involved with blogging, social networking, and discussion forums, WordPress users are finding that it's increasingly difficult to find a way to register their real identity on their WordPress sites. The WordPress default theme supports some basic customization to provide a logged-in look, but when users want to truly be able to register with their real name, they have no real options. This problem has led to an influx of paid plugins (many of which can be found on the WordPress Gallery) that have been created to allow users to register with a custom user name, which has its own advantages. Namely, being able to register using social media accounts.
One such plugin is WordPress Social Login, which allows you to login to your WordPress site from within any social network such as LinkedIn, Facebook, or twitter. You can customize the buttons, colors, and backgrounds of the interface based upon your preferences. You can even create your own logo for the login area, something that is only accessible by the user name you have selected, making it highly customizable. This plugin is compatible with the most recent versions of WordPress and will work with both the WordPress pro version and the regular WordPress version. There is a commercial version available for those who wish to utilize features not available in the free version.
Another popular option for WordPress users looking to register with social networking is WordPress Social Login Pro. This plugin is a web-based form builder that allows you to create a username and password for social networking accounts such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and twitter. You can also select different colored backgrounds, choose from various fonts, and enter different information such as your first name, last name, email address, and more. The functionality of the plugin is similar to the default WordPress socializer and provides a nice user experience for those who use social networking regularly. It is available for download free from the WordPress site, and you can integrate it into your sites immediately.
