Active installs
200+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#13009
Peak #13009
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
6.9K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Overwrite Author Name currently ranks #13009 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v2.1, shipped on Sep 24, 2024 (683 days ago) — release #16 since the plugin joined the directory in 2013.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | Justin Fletcher |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.1 |
| Versions released | 16 |
| Last updated | 2024-09-24 |
| Added to directory | 2013-11-29 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.5+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Overwrite Author to a consistent name when publishing a post.
Frequently asked questions
Is Overwrite Author Name a free plugin?
Yes — Overwrite Author Name is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Overwrite Author Name?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Overwrite Author Name?
As of August 7, 2026, Overwrite Author Name ranks #13009 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Overwrite Author Name last updated?
Overwrite Author Name was last updated on September 24, 2024 (version 2.1). It has shipped 16 releases in total.
Who makes Overwrite Author Name?
Overwrite Author Name is developed by Justin Fletcher. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2013.
