Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter
4.8★ (65 ratings) · Current rank #1773
Active installs
10K+
0% of tracked installs
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#1773
Peak #1773
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter currently ranks #1773 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v4.7.0, shipped on Apr 13, 2026 (116 days ago) — release #17 since the plugin joined the directory in 2013.
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Details
| Author | Andi Dittrich |
|---|---|
| Current version | 4.7.0 |
| Versions released | 17 |
| Last updated | 2026-04-13 |
| Added to directory | 2013-05-23 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.8+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
All-in-one Syntax Highlighting solution. Full Gutenberg and Classic Editor integration. Graphical theme customizer. Based on EnlighterJS.
Frequently asked questions
Is Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter a free plugin?
Yes — Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter?
WordPress.org reports 10K+ active installs.
How popular is Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter?
As of August 7, 2026, Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter ranks #1773 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter last updated?
Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter was last updated on April 13, 2026 (version 4.7.0). It has shipped 17 releases in total.
Who makes Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter?
Enlighter – Customizable Syntax Highlighter is developed by Andi Dittrich. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in May 2013.
