Active installs
300+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#10850
Peak #10745
Downloads / day
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All-time downloads
4.9K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Rename Plugins Folder currently ranks #10850 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #10745, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v0.0.1, shipped on May 21, 2026 (78 days ago) — release #2 since the plugin joined the directory in 2021.
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Details
| Author | Jose Mortellaro |
|---|---|
| Current version | 0.0.1 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-21 |
| Added to directory | 2021-02-17 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
With Rename Plugins Folder you can rename the plugins folder. This is an underestimated way to increase the security of your installation.
Frequently asked questions
Is Rename Plugins Folder a free plugin?
Yes — Rename Plugins Folder is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Rename Plugins Folder?
WordPress.org reports 300+ active installs.
How popular is Rename Plugins Folder?
As of August 7, 2026, Rename Plugins Folder ranks #10850 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #10745.
When was Rename Plugins Folder last updated?
Rename Plugins Folder was last updated on May 21, 2026 (version 0.0.1). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Rename Plugins Folder?
Rename Plugins Folder is developed by Jose Mortellaro. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in February 2021.
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