Active installs
1K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#5605
Peak #5603
Downloads / day
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All-time downloads
154.1K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Private groups currently ranks #5605 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #5603, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v3.9.7, shipped on May 22, 2026 (78 days ago) — release #116 since the plugin joined the directory in 2014.
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Details
| Author | Robin W |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.9.7 |
| Versions released | 116 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-22 |
| Added to directory | 2014-05-16 |
| Requires WordPress | — |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
For bbPress - Creates private forum groups
Frequently asked questions
Is Private groups a free plugin?
Yes — Private groups is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Private groups?
WordPress.org reports 1K+ active installs.
How popular is Private groups?
As of August 8, 2026, Private groups ranks #5605 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #5603.
When was Private groups last updated?
Private groups was last updated on May 22, 2026 (version 3.9.7). It has shipped 116 releases in total.
Who makes Private groups?
Private groups is developed by Robin W. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in May 2014.
