Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- WP Ghost (Hide My WP Ghost) currently ranks #418 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #410, first reached on Aug 9, 2026.
- It is averaging 1,384 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 66% versus the month before (4,089/day).
- The latest release, v7.0.09, shipped on Aug 17, 2026 (14 days ago) — release #13 since the plugin joined the directory in 2016.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #418 |
| 2026-07-31 | #447 |
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Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 100,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 100,000 |
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Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-30 | 400 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1,186 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | John Darrel |
|---|---|
| Current version | 7.0.09 |
| Versions released | 13 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-17 |
| Added to directory | 2016-07-01 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.8+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-22 |
Description
Hide and Secure WP paths with the 8G Firewall, Brute Force protection and Passkeys. AI security explanations available with a subscription.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use WP Ghost (Hide My WP Ghost)?
WordPress.org reports 100K+ active installs.
How popular is WP Ghost (Hide My WP Ghost)?
As of August 31, 2026, WP Ghost (Hide My WP Ghost) ranks #418 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #410.
When was WP Ghost (Hide My WP Ghost) last updated?
WP Ghost (Hide My WP Ghost) was last updated on August 17, 2026 (version 7.0.09). It has shipped 13 releases in total.
Who makes WP Ghost (Hide My WP Ghost)?
WP Ghost (Hide My WP Ghost) is developed by John Darrel. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in July 2016.
