Active installs
10K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#1506
Peak #1506
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All-time downloads
518.3K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Lazy Load currently ranks #1506 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v0.6.1, shipped on Nov 22, 2018 (2,815 days ago) — release #8 since the plugin joined the directory in 2011.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Automattic |
|---|---|
| Current version | 0.6.1 |
| Versions released | 8 |
| Last updated | 2018-11-22 |
| Added to directory | 2011-11-24 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.2+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Lazy load images to improve page load times and server bandwidth. Images are loaded only when visible to the user.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lazy Load a free plugin?
Yes — Lazy Load is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Lazy Load?
WordPress.org reports 10K+ active installs.
How popular is Lazy Load?
As of August 7, 2026, Lazy Load ranks #1506 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Lazy Load last updated?
Lazy Load was last updated on November 22, 2018 (version 0.6.1). It has shipped 8 releases in total.
Who makes Lazy Load?
Lazy Load is developed by Automattic. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2011.
