Plugin
UtilitiesRegistration Simplifier
Disable username and use email for registration in Joomla.
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Changelog — Registration Simplifier
Version 1.3: 20 October 2026
- Download Key support on the update site (dlid).
Version 1.2: 20 July 2026
- Server-side email to username and name handling before form validation
- Removed jQuery and front-end script dependency
- SubscriberInterface with typed PrepareForm and BeforeValidateData events
- Places email ahead of password fields when at least one simplify option is enabled
- English language strings and JoomlaX branding dated 20 July 2026
- Keeps Remove Username, Confirm Password, Email Confirmation, and Name switches from 1.1
Version 1.1: 24 November 2025
- Joomla 4, 5 & 6 Compatible - Full support for latest Joomla versions
- Modern PHP 8.0+ Support - Updated to use modern PHP syntax and features
- WebAssetManager Integration - Uses Joomla's WebAssetManager for optimal asset loading
- Remove Username Field - Option to remove username field and use email as username automatically
- Remove Confirm Password Field - Option to remove password confirmation field for faster registration
- Remove Email Confirmation Field - Option to remove email confirmation field (email2)
- Remove Name Field - Option to remove name field with automatic name generation from email
- Smart Field Reordering - Automatically reorders fields so email appears before password
- Template Compatibility - Works with all Joomla templates using multiple fallback selectors
- Organized Plugin Parameters - Settings organized in clear tabs (Account Fields and Profile Fields)
- Separated JavaScript File - JavaScript moved to external file for better code organization
- Automatic Name Generation - Name field automatically populated from email address when both name and username removal are enabled
- Improved Security - Enhanced input sanitization and validation
Registration Simplifier 1.2 shortens signup: username and confirm password are hidden, email is placed before password, and email becomes the login ID on the server. No jQuery required.