Active installs
200+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#12954
Peak #12938
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
9.1K
Days tracked
2
1 day▼ 16
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Improved Cron currently ranks #12954 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #12938, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.3.3, shipped on Sep 28, 2015 (3,966 days ago) — release #6 since the plugin joined the directory in 2013.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | CPK Web Solutions |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.3.3 |
| Versions released | 6 |
| Last updated | 2015-09-28 |
| Added to directory | 2013-10-15 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.3+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Keep WP-Cron running every minute for scheduled tasks without actually using Cron.
Frequently asked questions
Is Improved Cron a free plugin?
Yes — Improved Cron is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Improved Cron?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Improved Cron?
As of August 7, 2026, Improved Cron ranks #12954 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #12938.
When was Improved Cron last updated?
Improved Cron was last updated on September 28, 2015 (version 1.3.3). It has shipped 6 releases in total.
Who makes Improved Cron?
Improved Cron is developed by CPK Web Solutions. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in October 2013.
