Active installs
10K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#1703
Peak #1703
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All-time downloads
39.1K
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Instant Back/Forward currently ranks #1703 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.3.1, shipped on May 19, 2026 (80 days ago) — release #5 since the plugin joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Weston Ruter |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.3.1 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-19 |
| Added to directory | 2025-07-20 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.8+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Enables back/forward cache (bfcache) for instant history navigations even when “nocache” headers are sent, such as when a user is logged in.
Frequently asked questions
Is Instant Back/Forward a free plugin?
Yes — Instant Back/Forward is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Instant Back/Forward?
WordPress.org reports 10K+ active installs.
How popular is Instant Back/Forward?
As of August 6, 2026, Instant Back/Forward ranks #1703 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Instant Back/Forward last updated?
Instant Back/Forward was last updated on May 19, 2026 (version 1.3.1). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Instant Back/Forward?
Instant Back/Forward is developed by Weston Ruter. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in July 2025.
