Active installs
1K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#5690
Peak #5674
Downloads / day
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All-time downloads
28.4K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Passwords Evolved currently ranks #5690 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #5674, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.4.0, shipped on Mar 23, 2025 (502 days ago) — release #14 since the plugin joined the directory in 2018.
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Details
| Author | Carl Alexander |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.4.0 |
| Versions released | 14 |
| Last updated | 2025-03-23 |
| Added to directory | 2018-03-02 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.2+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
A reimagining of WordPress authentication using modern security practices.
Frequently asked questions
Is Passwords Evolved a free plugin?
Yes — Passwords Evolved is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Passwords Evolved?
WordPress.org reports 1K+ active installs.
How popular is Passwords Evolved?
As of August 7, 2026, Passwords Evolved ranks #5690 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #5674.
When was Passwords Evolved last updated?
Passwords Evolved was last updated on March 23, 2025 (version 1.4.0). It has shipped 14 releases in total.
Who makes Passwords Evolved?
Passwords Evolved is developed by Carl Alexander. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in March 2018.
