Active installs
200+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#13061
Peak #13061
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All-time downloads
36.4K
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Asynchronous Javascript currently ranks #13061 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.3.5, shipped on Nov 2, 2013 (4,661 days ago) — release #12 since the plugin joined the directory in 2013.
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Details
| Author | Paris Holley |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.3.5 |
| Versions released | 12 |
| Last updated | 2013-11-02 |
| Added to directory | 2013-01-18 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.5+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Improve page load performance by asynchronously loading javascript using head.js
Frequently asked questions
Is Asynchronous Javascript a free plugin?
Yes — Asynchronous Javascript is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Asynchronous Javascript?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Asynchronous Javascript?
As of August 6, 2026, Asynchronous Javascript ranks #13061 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Asynchronous Javascript last updated?
Asynchronous Javascript was last updated on November 2, 2013 (version 1.3.5). It has shipped 12 releases in total.
Who makes Asynchronous Javascript?
Asynchronous Javascript is developed by Paris Holley. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in January 2013.
