Active installs
10+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#37524
Peak #37524
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
978
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Essentials by Digital Creatings currently ranks #37524 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v2.0.0, shipped on May 27, 2026 (72 days ago) — release #13 since the plugin joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Puneet Tiwari |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.0.0 |
| Versions released | 13 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-27 |
| Added to directory | 2025-02-03 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Lightweight WordPress essentials for security, performance, SMTP email, and custom code — built by Digital Creatings.
Frequently asked questions
Is Essentials by Digital Creatings a free plugin?
Yes — Essentials by Digital Creatings is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Essentials by Digital Creatings?
WordPress.org reports 10+ active installs.
How popular is Essentials by Digital Creatings?
As of August 7, 2026, Essentials by Digital Creatings ranks #37524 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Essentials by Digital Creatings last updated?
Essentials by Digital Creatings was last updated on May 27, 2026 (version 2.0.0). It has shipped 13 releases in total.
Who makes Essentials by Digital Creatings?
Essentials by Digital Creatings is developed by Puneet Tiwari. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in February 2025.
