Active installs
200+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#12349
Peak #12331
Downloads / day
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All-time downloads
25.9K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Old Core Files currently ranks #12349 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #12331, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.4, shipped on Jul 6, 2019 (2,590 days ago) — release #8 since the plugin joined the directory in 2013.
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Details
| Author | Maor Chasen |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.4 |
| Versions released | 8 |
| Last updated | 2019-07-06 |
| Added to directory | 2013-01-27 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.2.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Increase your WordPress security by deleting old core files that exist in the filesystem before hackers exploit them for attacks.
Frequently asked questions
Is Old Core Files a free plugin?
Yes — Old Core Files is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Old Core Files?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Old Core Files?
As of August 8, 2026, Old Core Files ranks #12349 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #12331.
When was Old Core Files last updated?
Old Core Files was last updated on July 6, 2019 (version 1.4). It has shipped 8 releases in total.
Who makes Old Core Files?
Old Core Files is developed by Maor Chasen. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in January 2013.
