Ultimate Member Social Login Setup Guide

Extensions Updated November 18, 2025

Social login makes registration easier for your members. Instead of filling out forms, they can sign in with Facebook, Google, Twitter, or other social accounts with just one click. This reduces friction and increases signups.

The Ultimate Member Social Login extension adds this functionality to your site. In this guide, I’ll show you how to set it up step by step. We’ll cover multiple social networks so you can offer the options your members prefer.

Why Use Social Login?

Social login offers several benefits:

  • Faster registration – one click instead of filling forms
  • Higher conversion rates – less friction means more signups
  • Better user experience – familiar login methods
  • Automatic profile data – pulls information from social accounts
  • Reduced password issues – no forgotten passwords

Most modern sites offer social login because it’s what users expect. Adding it to your membership site can significantly increase registrations.

Installing the Social Login Extension

First, let’s install the extension:

Download the Extension

If you’ve purchased it:

  1. Log into your Ultimate Member account
  2. Go to Downloads
  3. Download the Social Login extension

Install and Activate

To install:

  1. Go to WordPress → Plugins → Add New
  2. Click “Upload Plugin”
  3. Choose the extension zip file
  4. Click “Install Now” and activate

Once activated, you’ll see Social Login options in Ultimate Member settings.

Setting Up Facebook Login

Facebook is one of the most popular social login options. Here’s how to set it up:

Create a Facebook App

You’ll need a Facebook App for login:

  1. Go to developers.facebook.com
  2. Click “My Apps” → “Create App”
  3. Choose “Consumer” as app type
  4. Enter app name and contact email
  5. Complete the setup

Configure Facebook App

Once created, configure your app:

  1. Add Facebook Login product
  2. Go to Settings → Basic
  3. Add your site URL to App Domains
  4. Add OAuth Redirect URI (provided in Ultimate Member settings)
  5. Save changes

Get App Credentials

You’ll need:

  • App ID
  • App Secret

Find these in Settings → Basic. Copy them to Ultimate Member → Settings → Extensions → Social Login → Facebook.

Setting Up Google Login

Google login is also very popular. Here’s the setup:

Create Google OAuth Credentials

You’ll need Google Cloud Console access:

  1. Go to console.cloud.google.com
  2. Create a new project or select existing
  3. Enable Google+ API
  4. Go to Credentials → Create Credentials → OAuth Client ID
  5. Choose “Web Application”
  6. Add authorized redirect URIs (from Ultimate Member settings)
  7. Create credentials

Configure in Ultimate Member

Copy your credentials:

  • Client ID
  • Client Secret

Paste them into Ultimate Member → Settings → Extensions → Social Login → Google.

Setting Up Other Social Networks

The extension supports several other networks:

Twitter Login

To set up Twitter:

  1. Go to developer.twitter.com
  2. Create a new app
  3. Get API Key and Secret
  4. Add callback URL
  5. Configure in Ultimate Member

LinkedIn Login

For LinkedIn:

  1. Go to linkedin.com/developers
  2. Create an app
  3. Get Client ID and Secret
  4. Add redirect URL
  5. Configure in Ultimate Member

Instagram Login

Instagram setup is similar:

  1. Go to developers.facebook.com
  2. Create an app with Instagram product
  3. Get credentials
  4. Configure in Ultimate Member

Each network has slightly different setup, but the process is similar. Follow the instructions for each one.

Configuring Social Login Settings

Once you have credentials, configure the extension:

General Settings

In Ultimate Member → Settings → Extensions → Social Login:

  • Enable/disable each network
  • Set button styles
  • Configure redirect after login
  • Set default user role

Button Customization

Customize how login buttons appear:

  • Button size and style
  • Button text
  • Icon options
  • Layout (horizontal or vertical)

Make buttons match your site’s design for a professional look.

Adding Social Login to Forms

Now add social login buttons to your registration and login forms:

Registration Forms

Add social login to registration forms:

  1. Go to Ultimate Member → Forms
  2. Edit your registration form
  3. Add “Social Login” field
  4. Configure which networks to show
  5. Save your form

Social login buttons will appear on your registration form, giving users the option to sign up with social accounts.

Login Forms

Add to login forms too:

  1. Edit your login form
  2. Add Social Login field
  3. Configure networks
  4. Save form

This lets existing members log in with social accounts if they connected them.

Profile Data from Social Accounts

When users sign in socially, you can pull data from their accounts:

Available Data

Social login can import:

  • Name and email
  • Profile picture
  • Location
  • Bio or description
  • Other public profile information

This saves users time and ensures you have accurate information.

Configuring Data Import

Control what data to import:

  1. Go to Social Login settings
  2. Configure data mapping
  3. Choose which fields to import
  4. Set default values for missing data

Good data import ensures member profiles are complete from the start.

Linking Social Accounts

Members can link social accounts to existing profiles:

Account Linking

If a member already has an account, they can:

  • Link social accounts from their profile
  • Use social login for future logins
  • Unlink accounts if needed

This is useful for members who registered normally but want to use social login later.

Testing Social Login

Always test social login before going live:

Test Each Network

Test every social network you’ve enabled:

  • Try logging in with each network
  • Verify account creation works
  • Check profile data imports correctly
  • Test account linking
  • Verify redirects work

    • Test Scenarios

    Test these situations:

    • New user registration
    • Existing user login
    • Account linking
    • Email already exists
    • Canceled login

    Thorough testing ensures social login works smoothly for all users.

    Common Issues

    Here are common social login problems:

    Login Not Working

    If social login fails:

    • Check API credentials are correct
    • Verify redirect URLs match
    • Check app permissions
    • Review error messages

    Profile Data Not Importing

    If data doesn’t import:

    • Check data mapping settings
    • Verify app permissions
    • Check field configurations
    • Test with different accounts

    Buttons Not Showing

    If buttons don’t appear:

    • Verify Social Login field is added to form
    • Check networks are enabled
    • Clear cache
    • Test with default theme

    Best Practices

    Tips for successful social login:

    • Offer multiple options – More networks means more users can sign in
    • Make buttons prominent – Don’t hide social login options
    • Test regularly – Social APIs change, test periodically
    • Handle errors gracefully – Provide fallback to regular registration
    • Respect privacy – Only request necessary permissions
    • Keep credentials secure – Don’t share API keys

    Privacy and Permissions

    Be thoughtful about what permissions you request:

    Request Only What You Need

    Don’t ask for unnecessary permissions:

    • Email and basic profile are usually enough
    • Only request additional data if you need it
    • Explain why you need permissions

    Requesting too much can make users hesitant to sign in.

    Next Steps

    Now that social login is set up, consider:

    • Adding more social networks
    • Customizing button styles
    • Setting up account linking
    • Integrating with other features

    Social login is a great way to reduce registration friction and increase signups. Take time to set it up correctly, test thoroughly, and your members will appreciate the convenience. The easier you make registration, the more members you’ll attract.