Active installs
20+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#25783
Peak #25380
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
2.2K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Simple SMTP Mailer currently ranks #25783 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #25380, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.1.0, shipped on Apr 28, 2025 (467 days ago) — release #6 since the plugin joined the directory in 2022.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Josh Mckibbin |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.0 |
| Versions released | 6 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-28 |
| Added to directory | 2022-08-18 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.0+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Simplifies local development by configuring WordPress to use SMTP instead of the PHP mail() function
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple SMTP Mailer a free plugin?
Yes — Simple SMTP Mailer is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Simple SMTP Mailer?
WordPress.org reports 20+ active installs.
How popular is Simple SMTP Mailer?
As of August 8, 2026, Simple SMTP Mailer ranks #25783 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #25380.
When was Simple SMTP Mailer last updated?
Simple SMTP Mailer was last updated on April 28, 2025 (version 1.1.0). It has shipped 6 releases in total.
Who makes Simple SMTP Mailer?
Simple SMTP Mailer is developed by Josh Mckibbin. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in August 2022.
