Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- What The File currently ranks #887 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #869, first reached on Jul 25, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 40K+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- It is averaging 122 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 6% versus the month before (130/day).
- The latest release, v1.6.1, shipped on Feb 19, 2026 (239 days ago) — release #22 since the plugin joined the directory in 2012.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | #887 |
| 2026-09-30 | #882 |
| 2026-08-31 | #875 |
| 2026-07-31 | #870 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | 40,000 |
| 2026-09-30 | 40,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 40,000 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-15 | 136 |
| 2026-09-30 | 123 |
| 2026-08-31 | 149 |
| 2026-07-31 | 125 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Barry Kooij |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.6.1 |
| Versions released | 22 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-19 |
| Added to directory | 2012-08-26 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.1+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.3+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
What The File is the best tool to find out what template parts are used to display the page you're currently viewing!
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use What The File?
WordPress.org reports 40K+ active installs.
How popular is What The File?
As of October 16, 2026, What The File ranks #887 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #869.
When was What The File last updated?
What The File was last updated on February 19, 2026 (version 1.6.1). It has shipped 22 releases in total.
Who makes What The File?
What The File is developed by Barry Kooij. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in August 2012.
