Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Async JavaScript currently ranks #604 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #603, first reached on Aug 10, 2026.
- It is averaging 68 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 1% versus the month before (69/day).
- The latest release, v2.21.08.31, shipped on Jun 22, 2023 (1,166 days ago) — release #50 since the plugin joined the directory in 2014.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #604 |
| 2026-07-31 | #608 |
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Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 70,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 70,000 |
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Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-29 | 45 |
| 2026-07-31 | 63 |
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Details
| Author | David Clough |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.21.08.31 |
| Versions released | 50 |
| Last updated | 2023-06-22 |
| Added to directory | 2014-12-11 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.6+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Async Javascript lets you add 'async' or 'defer' attribute to scripts to exclude to help increase the performance of your WordPress website.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Async JavaScript?
WordPress.org reports 70K+ active installs.
How popular is Async JavaScript?
As of August 31, 2026, Async JavaScript ranks #604 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #603.
When was Async JavaScript last updated?
Async JavaScript was last updated on June 22, 2023 (version 2.21.08.31). It has shipped 50 releases in total.
Who makes Async JavaScript?
Async JavaScript is developed by David Clough. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in December 2014.
