Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Simply Static currently ranks #945 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #940, first reached on Aug 13, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 30K+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- It is averaging 1,858 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 27% versus the month before (1,466/day).
- The latest release, v3.8.18, shipped on Oct 16, 2026 (2 days ago) — release #134 since the plugin joined the directory in 2015.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | #945 |
| 2026-09-30 | #945 |
| 2026-08-31 | #947 |
| 2026-07-31 | #946 |
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 | 30,000 |
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 | 644 |
| 2026-09-30 | 6,177 |
| 2026-08-31 | 1,060 |
| 2026-07-31 | 832 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Simply Static |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.8.18 |
| Versions released | 134 |
| Last updated | 2026-10-16 |
| Added to directory | 2015-09-22 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.2+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Convert WordPress to static HTML. Boost performance 3-5x. Eliminate security vulnerabilities. Deploy anywhere.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Simply Static?
WordPress.org reports 30K+ active installs.
How popular is Simply Static?
As of October 17, 2026, Simply Static ranks #945 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #940.
When was Simply Static last updated?
Simply Static was last updated on October 16, 2026 (version 3.8.18). It has shipped 134 releases in total.
Who makes Simply Static?
Simply Static is developed by Simply Static. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in September 2015.
