Question 1

How do I install wp-cli-login-command on a shared hosting account without SSH access?

Accepted Answer

It requires WP-CLI, which typically needs shell access, so it may not work on shared hosting without CLI capabilities. For such environments, alternative methods like traditional logins or plugins might be necessary.

Question 2

Can wp-cli-login-command be used to log in multiple users simultaneously?

Accepted Answer

No, it generates links for one user at a time via commands like `wp login create <user>`. For multiple users, you'd need to script separate commands or use loops in your shell, as it doesn't support batch operations natively.

Question 3

Is wp-cli-login-command compatible with two-factor authentication (2FA) plugins?

Accepted Answer

It bypasses password-based login, so it may conflict with 2FA systems that rely on password entry. You should test with specific plugins, as magic links might not integrate seamlessly without additional configuration.

Question 4

How to change the expiration time for magic links to last longer than 15 minutes?

Accepted Answer

Use the `--expires` option with the `create` or `email` commands, specifying seconds (e.g., `--expires=86400` for one day). The default is 900 seconds, but this can be customized per command invocation.

Question 5

wp-cli-login-command vs using SSH keys for WordPress login – which is better for development?

Accepted Answer

wp-cli-login-command is faster for quick, passwordless browser logins and integrates with WP-CLI workflows. SSH keys are more secure for persistent server access but don't automate browser authentication directly. Choose based on your need for convenience versus long-term security.

Question 6

How to send magic links via SMS instead of email with this tool?

Accepted Answer

It doesn't support SMS natively; email is the primary delivery method. For SMS, you could use the `--url-only` option to capture the link and integrate it with a custom notification service, but this requires additional scripting.

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