Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- WPGraphQL currently ranks #939 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #937, first reached on Aug 25, 2026.
- It is averaging 1,352 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 3% versus the month before (1,311/day).
- The latest release, v2.21.0, shipped on Aug 31, 2026 (today) — release #172 since the plugin joined the directory in 2020.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #939 |
| 2026-07-31 | #950 |
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Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 30,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 30,000 |
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Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-30 | 353 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1,254 |
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Details
| Author | Jason Bahl |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.21.0 |
| Versions released | 172 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-31 |
| Added to directory | 2020-11-14 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
WPGraphQL adds a flexible and powerful GraphQL API to WordPress, enabling efficient querying and interaction with your site's data.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use WPGraphQL?
WordPress.org reports 30K+ active installs.
How popular is WPGraphQL?
As of August 31, 2026, WPGraphQL ranks #939 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #937.
When was WPGraphQL last updated?
WPGraphQL was last updated on August 31, 2026 (version 2.21.0). It has shipped 172 releases in total.
Who makes WPGraphQL?
WPGraphQL is developed by Jason Bahl. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2020.
