Active installs
500+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#8829
Peak #8829
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
6.6K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Disable File Editor currently ranks #8829 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.7, shipped on Oct 8, 2025 (304 days ago) — release #9 since the plugin joined the directory in 2015.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | Nikunj Soni |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.7 |
| Versions released | 9 |
| Last updated | 2025-10-08 |
| Added to directory | 2015-09-21 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.7+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
This plugin will disable file editing tool in your WordPress admin panel.
Frequently asked questions
Is Disable File Editor a free plugin?
Yes — Disable File Editor is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Disable File Editor?
WordPress.org reports 500+ active installs.
How popular is Disable File Editor?
As of August 8, 2026, Disable File Editor ranks #8829 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Disable File Editor last updated?
Disable File Editor was last updated on October 8, 2025 (version 1.7). It has shipped 9 releases in total.
Who makes Disable File Editor?
Disable File Editor is developed by Nikunj Soni. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in September 2015.
