Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Disqus for WordPress currently ranks #936 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #917, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- It is averaging 767 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 541% versus the month before (120/day).
- The latest release, v3.1.5, shipped on Sep 23, 2026 (25 days ago) — release #68 since the plugin joined the directory in 2008.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | #936 |
| 2026-09-30 | #931 |
| 2026-08-31 | #927 |
| 2026-07-31 | #923 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | 30,000 |
| 2026-09-30 | 30,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 30,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 40,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | 289 |
| 2026-09-30 | 530 |
| 2026-08-31 | 138 |
| 2026-07-31 | 126 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Websites using Disqus for WordPress
Detected on 1 of the sites scanned with our theme detector. Live screenshots, so they may lag the site.
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Techweek Media | Bringing startups to the worldmedia.techweek.com
- Theme: VideoBox Child
- 9 plugins detected
Details
| Author | Disqus |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.1.5 |
| Versions released | 68 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-23 |
| Added to directory | 2008-08-28 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.4+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Disqus is the web's most popular comment system. Use Disqus to increase engagement, retain readers, and grow your audience.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Disqus for WordPress?
WordPress.org reports 30K+ active installs.
How popular is Disqus for WordPress?
As of October 17, 2026, Disqus for WordPress ranks #936 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #917.
When was Disqus for WordPress last updated?
Disqus for WordPress was last updated on September 23, 2026 (version 3.1.5). It has shipped 68 releases in total.
Who makes Disqus for WordPress?
Disqus for WordPress is developed by Disqus. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in August 2008.
