Active installs
4K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#3520
Peak #3520
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
442.9K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Hotfix currently ranks #3520 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.4, shipped on May 28, 2026 (71 days ago) — release #15 since the plugin joined the directory in 2011.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Mark Jaquith |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.4 |
| Versions released | 15 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-28 |
| Added to directory | 2011-02-08 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.0+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Provides unofficial fixes for selected WordPress bugs, so you don't have to wait for the next WordPress core release.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotfix a free plugin?
Yes — Hotfix is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Hotfix?
WordPress.org reports 4K+ active installs.
How popular is Hotfix?
As of August 7, 2026, Hotfix ranks #3520 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Hotfix last updated?
Hotfix was last updated on May 28, 2026 (version 1.4). It has shipped 15 releases in total.
Who makes Hotfix?
Hotfix is developed by Mark Jaquith. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in February 2011.
