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Pastacode

by Willy Bahuaud

4.9★ (14 ratings)  ·  Current rank #9512

Active installs
400+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#9512
Peak #9507
Downloads / day
Downloads (7d)
All-time downloads
25.4K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data

  • Pastacode currently ranks #9512 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
  • Its best position in our tracking is #9507, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
  • The latest release, v3.0.1, shipped on Mar 12, 2026 (149 days ago) — release #14 since the plugin joined the directory in 2013.

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Details

AuthorWilly Bahuaud
Current version3.0.1
Versions released14
Last updated2026-03-12
Added to directory2013-10-10
Requires WordPress4.0+
Requires PHP7.0+
First tracked here2026-08-06
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Description

Use Pastacode to add code into your posts with the awesome PrismJs coloration library. So, past'a code!

Frequently asked questions

Is Pastacode a free plugin?

Yes — Pastacode is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.

How many websites use Pastacode?

WordPress.org reports 400+ active installs.

How popular is Pastacode?

As of August 8, 2026, Pastacode ranks #9512 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #9507.

When was Pastacode last updated?

Pastacode was last updated on March 12, 2026 (version 3.0.1). It has shipped 14 releases in total.

Who makes Pastacode?

Pastacode is developed by Willy Bahuaud. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in October 2013.