Active installs
10+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#32404
Peak #32380
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
2.4K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Default Permalink currently ranks #32404 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #32380, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.5.1, shipped on Jul 15, 2026 (24 days ago) — release #7 since the plugin joined the directory in 2014.
Ranking history
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Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Redwoodcity |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.5.1 |
| Versions released | 7 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-15 |
| Added to directory | 2014-06-25 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-07 |
Description
Prevents multi-byte (URL-encoded) slugs in the default permalink. Multi-byte URL can still be used when the user explicitly specifies it.
Frequently asked questions
Is Default Permalink a free plugin?
Yes — Default Permalink is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Default Permalink?
WordPress.org reports 10+ active installs.
How popular is Default Permalink?
As of August 8, 2026, Default Permalink ranks #32404 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #32380.
When was Default Permalink last updated?
Default Permalink was last updated on July 15, 2026 (version 1.5.1). It has shipped 7 releases in total.
Who makes Default Permalink?
Default Permalink is developed by Redwoodcity. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in June 2014.
