Active installs
400+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#9417
Peak #9408
Downloads / day
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All-time downloads
16.9K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Simple Post Expiration currently ranks #9417 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #9408, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.1, shipped on Oct 10, 2016 (3,589 days ago) — release #2 since the plugin joined the directory in 2014.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Syed Balkhi |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.1 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2016-10-10 |
| Added to directory | 2014-08-19 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.6+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
A simple plugin that allows you to set an expiration date on posts. Once a post is expired, "Expired" will be prefixed to the post title.
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple Post Expiration a free plugin?
Yes — Simple Post Expiration is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Simple Post Expiration?
WordPress.org reports 400+ active installs.
How popular is Simple Post Expiration?
As of August 8, 2026, Simple Post Expiration ranks #9417 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #9408.
When was Simple Post Expiration last updated?
Simple Post Expiration was last updated on October 10, 2016 (version 1.0.1). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Simple Post Expiration?
Simple Post Expiration is developed by Syed Balkhi. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in August 2014.
