Active installs
600+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#8285
Peak #8285
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
8.3K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Hotlink File Prevention currently ranks #8285 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v2.0.0, shipped on Apr 15, 2024 (844 days ago) — release #4 since the plugin joined the directory in 2014.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | swinggraphics |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.0.0 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2024-04-15 |
| Added to directory | 2014-08-25 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Simple hotlink protection for individual files in the media library.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotlink File Prevention a free plugin?
Yes — Hotlink File Prevention is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Hotlink File Prevention?
WordPress.org reports 600+ active installs.
How popular is Hotlink File Prevention?
As of August 7, 2026, Hotlink File Prevention ranks #8285 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Hotlink File Prevention last updated?
Hotlink File Prevention was last updated on April 15, 2024 (version 2.0.0). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Hotlink File Prevention?
Hotlink File Prevention is developed by swinggraphics. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in August 2014.
