WordPress.WP.DeprecatedFunctions.get_user_by_emailFound
Deprecated function: get_user_by_email
The plugin uses a WordPress API, parameter, class, or value that has been deprecated.
Why It Shows Up
Plugin Check found a deprecated WordPress function, parameter position, class, or parameter value.
Why It Matters
Deprecated APIs may keep working for now, but they can behave differently across WordPress versions and make maintenance harder.
How to Fix
- Look up the replacement API in the WordPress developer reference.
- Update the call signature and test on the plugin's supported WordPress versions.
- Keep compatibility wrappers only when the plugin intentionally supports older WordPress versions.
References
Affected Plugins
| Rank | Plugin | Score | Errors | Warnings | Installs | Updated | Top Issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Events Manager – Calendar, Bookings, Tickets, and more! | 22 | 4,722 | 5,621 | 70k+ | Output is not escaped | |
| #2 | GamiPress – Gamification plugin to reward points, achievements, badges & ranks in WordPress | 23 | 3,662 | 2,971 | 10k+ | Output is not escaped | |
| #3 | AutomatorWP – Automator plugin for no-code automations, webhooks & custom integrations in WordPress | 24 | 1,705 | 1,393 | 7k+ | Text Domain Mismatch | |
| #4 | Thim Kit for Elementor – Pre-built Templates & Widgets for Elementor | 28 | 291 | 292 | 20k+ | Output is not escaped |
