The newly launched Simple Exit Notifier plugin helps WordPress site owners meet compliance requirements and improve user transparency with customizable external link notifications.
WordPress site owners have struggled to find reliable tools for external link notifications in industries where compliance and user transparency are critical. Recognizing this need, Artin Hovhanesian, veteran web developer and founder of CHRS Interactive, and his team launched Simple Exit Notifier—a free plugin now available on WordPress.org. This lightweight and customizable solution helps site owners meet compliance recommendations by notifying users when they are about to leave a website.
With many existing plugins either outdated or discontinued due to security issues, Simple Exit Notifier fills a critical gap. Whether used to adhere to industry guidelines or build trust with users, this tool simplifies managing external links and enhances the user experience.
Designed for Compliance and Trust
Simple Exit Notifier is an intuitive and effective solution that addresses the challenges of notifying users about external links. By ensuring transparency, it empowers businesses to maintain trust and meet compliance requirements.
Key Features
- Customizable Notifications: Personalize the popup heading, message, and button texts to align with your branding or compliance needs.
- CSS Class Exceptions: Easily exclude specific links by applying a designated CSS class.
- Support for HTTP and HTTPS Links: Works seamlessly with all external links, regardless of protocol.
- Tab Compatibility: Ensures smooth functionality for links that open in either the same or a new tab.
The plugin is tailored to meet the needs of diverse WordPress users, from small business owners to developers managing complex, compliance-heavy websites.
Future Enhancements in Development
The CHRS Interactive team is actively working on new features to make Simple Exit Notifier even more powerful, including:
- Styling customization options for a more branded look.
- Conditional content to display notifications based on user geo-location or other parameters.
- Visual Indicators to enhance user awareness with clear cues for external links.
The Inspiration Behind Simple Exit Notifier
The idea for Simple Exit Notifier stemmed from a common problem: industries often recommend notifying users when they leave a website, yet no reliable solutions exist. Many plugins were outdated or removed due to security concerns, leaving WordPress users without options. Simple Exit Notifier was created to address this gap with a secure, easy-to-use, and actively maintained solution.
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