What is WordPress Hook: send_password_change_email
The send_password_change_email hook in WordPress is used to send an email notification to the user when their password is changed. This hook allows developers to customize the email content or add additional functionality when a password change occurs.
Understanding the Hook: send_password_change_email
The send_password_change_email hook is located within the wp-includes/user.php file in WordPress. It is called after the user’s password has been successfully changed, allowing developers to perform actions such as sending a custom email notification or logging the password change event.
Hook Parameters (if applicable): send_password_change_email
The send_password_change_email hook does not accept any parameters.
Hook Doesn’t Work: send_password_change_email
If the send_password_change_email hook doesn’t work as expected, it could be due to a conflict with another plugin or theme function that is overriding the default behavior. It is recommended to deactivate other plugins and switch to a default theme to troubleshoot the issue.
Best Practices & Usage Notes (if applicable): send_password_change_email
When using the send_password_change_email hook, it is important to ensure that the email content is clear and informative for the user. Additionally, developers should consider the security implications of sending password change notifications and ensure that sensitive information is not exposed in the email content.
send_password_change_email Usage Example: send_password_change_email
“`php
function custom_password_change_email_notification( $user_id ) {
// Get the user’s email address
$user_email = get_userdata( $user_id )->user_email;
// Send a custom email notification
wp_mail( $user_email, ‘Password Changed’, ‘Your password has been successfully changed.’ );
}
add_action( ‘send_password_change_email’, ‘custom_password_change_email_notification’ );
“`