Bertha AI’s WordPress plugin is deprecated and no longer works with the latest WordPress version. Bertha’s official site directs users to the Chrome extension instead. Existing customers should treat this as a transition period and avoid installing an obsolete plugin on a production site.
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What Bertha Officially Announced
The official status post says the plugin was closed on the WordPress repository following code, licensing, naming, and compliance issues—not a reported security vulnerability. The team chose not to invest in the work required to restore the plugin and described WordPress installs as a closing chapter.
The same post says the Chrome extension continued to operate, existing users were not immediately affected, cancellations remained user-controlled, and the product would be reviewed over the following months. Check the current account page before depending on long-term availability.
What Bertha Still Does
The current homepage describes Chrome-based text and image generation, social posts, SEO titles and descriptions, headlines, long-form writing, image generation, product descriptions, and bulk alternative text features. Access and quotas vary by current plan.
Guidance for Existing WordPress Users
1. Do Not Install an Old Plugin Package
A deprecated plugin that does not support current WordPress can create compatibility and maintenance risk. Do not obtain unofficial copies from download sites.
2. Back Up Before Removing Anything
Use your normal WordPress backup process and verify restoration. Export important drafts, prompts, generated images, alt-text records, and account history before changing the installation.
3. Identify Plugin Dependencies
Check whether any content, metadata, shortcodes, custom fields, or media tasks depend on the plugin. Test deactivation on staging where possible and confirm that published pages still render correctly.
4. Review User and API Access
Record which WordPress users, keys, application passwords, or third-party connections Bertha used. Revoke credentials that are no longer required after migration.
5. Evaluate the Chrome Extension
Review extension permissions, browser-management policy, data handling, supported pages, and current product status. Install only from the verified destination linked by Bertha.
6. Use a Controlled Writing Workflow
Generate drafts from verified facts, then check claims, citations, product details, links, originality, brand voice, and accessibility. Do not rely on any promise of guaranteed conversion or SEO performance.
7. Review Billing and Cancellation
Confirm the active plan, renewal date, usage, invoice history, and cancellation method inside the verified account. Save exports and receipts before cancelling.
8. Prepare a Replacement
List the features you actually need: browser writing, WordPress integration, product descriptions, image generation, or bulk alt text. Test one controlled workflow and require data export before moving broadly.
Migration Checklist
- Verified site backup
- Drafts, prompts, history, and media exported
- Shortcodes or metadata dependencies checked
- Old plugin tested off production
- Unused credentials revoked
- Chrome extension permissions reviewed
- Renewal and cancellation documented
- Replacement tested with non-sensitive content
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Bertha WordPress plugin still work?
The official homepage says it is deprecated and no longer works with the latest WordPress version.
Was the plugin closed because of a security vulnerability?
The official status post says no security issue was involved and instead cites code, licensing, naming, and compliance work.
Is the Chrome extension permanent?
It continues according to current official pages, but the product is being reviewed. Verify status before depending on it.
Final Takeaway
Do not build a new WordPress workflow around the deprecated Bertha plugin. Existing users should back up content, check dependencies, revoke unused access, evaluate the verified Chrome extension cautiously, review billing, and maintain a replacement plan.
