Does word press e mail the password to a new user

By default, WordPress does not email the password to a new user. Instead, it prompts the user to create a new password when they receive the email with their account activation link.

When a new user is created in WordPress, the system generates a random password for them. This password is stored in the WordPress database, but it is not sent to the user via email.

When the user receives the email with their account activation link, they are prompted to click on the link to activate their account. Once they click on the link, they are taken to a page where they can enter their username and a new password. This is where they can choose their own password, rather than having to use the randomly generated one.

This is a security feature designed to prevent passwords from being sent in plain text via email, which could potentially be intercepted by unauthorized parties. Instead, the user is prompted to create their own password, which is stored securely in the WordPress database.

If you want to send the password to a new user, you can use a plugin like "WP Password Reset" or "Password Reset" to send the password to the user via email. However, it's generally recommended to avoid sending passwords via email and instead prompt users to create their own passwords, as this is a more secure practice.