Active installs
700K+
0.2% of tracked installs
Rank
#89
Peak #89
Downloads / day
3,122
prev 3,285
Downloads (7d)
18,913
All-time downloads
22M
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- User Role Editor currently ranks #89 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- It is averaging 2,958 downloads/day over the last 30 days.
- The latest release, v4.65, shipped on May 21, 2026 (79 days ago) — release #187 since the plugin joined the directory in 2010.
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Details
| Author | Vladimir Garagulya |
|---|---|
| Current version | 4.65 |
| Versions released | 187 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-21 |
| Added to directory | 2010-03-22 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.4+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.3+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
User Role Editor WordPress plugin makes user roles and capabilities changing easy. Edit/add/delete WordPress user roles and capabilities.
Frequently asked questions
Is User Role Editor a free plugin?
Yes — User Role Editor is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use User Role Editor?
WordPress.org reports 700K+ active installs.
How popular is User Role Editor?
As of August 8, 2026, User Role Editor ranks #89 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was User Role Editor last updated?
User Role Editor was last updated on May 21, 2026 (version 4.65). It has shipped 187 releases in total.
Who makes User Role Editor?
User Role Editor is developed by Vladimir Garagulya. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in March 2010.
