Active installs
1M+
0.3% of tracked installs
Rank
#51
Peak #51
Downloads / day
3,936
prev 3,349
Downloads (7d)
22,267
All-time downloads
37.1M
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Security Optimizer currently ranks #51 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- It is averaging 77,550 downloads/day over the last 30 days.
- The latest release, v1.6.5, shipped on Jul 9, 2026 (29 days ago) — release #15 since the plugin joined the directory in 2021.
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Details
| Author | SiteGround |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.6.5 |
| Versions released | 15 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-09 |
| Added to directory | 2021-05-31 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.0+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Secure your WordPress site from brute-force attacks, threats, malware, and bots. Free to use and easy to set up.
Frequently asked questions
Is Security Optimizer a free plugin?
Yes — Security Optimizer is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Security Optimizer?
WordPress.org reports 1M+ active installs.
How popular is Security Optimizer?
As of August 7, 2026, Security Optimizer ranks #51 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Security Optimizer last updated?
Security Optimizer was last updated on July 9, 2026 (version 1.6.5). It has shipped 15 releases in total.
Who makes Security Optimizer?
Security Optimizer is developed by SiteGround. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in May 2021.
