Active installs
60K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#656
Peak #656
Downloads / day
2,913
prev 17,494
Downloads (7d)
21,794
All-time downloads
436.8K
Days tracked
4
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Optimization Detective currently ranks #656 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- It is averaging 910 downloads/day over the last 30 days.
- The latest release, v1.0.0-beta6, shipped on Aug 7, 2026 (2 days ago) — release #19 since the plugin joined the directory in 2024.
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Details
| Author | WordPress Performance Team |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.0-beta6 |
| Versions released | 19 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-07 |
| Added to directory | 2024-03-22 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Provides a framework for leveraging real user metrics to detect optimizations for improving page performance.
Frequently asked questions
Is Optimization Detective a free plugin?
Yes — Optimization Detective is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Optimization Detective?
WordPress.org reports 60K+ active installs.
How popular is Optimization Detective?
As of August 9, 2026, Optimization Detective ranks #656 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Optimization Detective last updated?
Optimization Detective was last updated on August 7, 2026 (version 1.0.0-beta6). It has shipped 19 releases in total.
Who makes Optimization Detective?
Optimization Detective is developed by WordPress Performance Team. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in March 2024.
