Active installs
3K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#3816
Peak #3815
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All-time downloads
64.9K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Shibboleth currently ranks #3816 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3815, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v2.5.4, shipped on Jun 22, 2026 (47 days ago) — release #28 since the plugin joined the directory in 2008.
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Details
| Author | michaelryanmcneill |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.5.4 |
| Versions released | 28 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Added to directory | 2008-11-01 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.3+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Allows WordPress to externalize user authentication and account creation to a Shibboleth Service Provider.
Frequently asked questions
Is Shibboleth a free plugin?
Yes — Shibboleth is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Shibboleth?
WordPress.org reports 3K+ active installs.
How popular is Shibboleth?
As of August 8, 2026, Shibboleth ranks #3816 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #3815.
When was Shibboleth last updated?
Shibboleth was last updated on June 22, 2026 (version 2.5.4). It has shipped 28 releases in total.
Who makes Shibboleth?
Shibboleth is developed by michaelryanmcneill. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2008.
