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Variable Inspector

by Bowo

5★ (5 ratings)  ·  Current rank #13225

Active installs
100+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#13225
Peak #13163
Downloads / day
Downloads (7d)
All-time downloads
74.7K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data

  • Variable Inspector currently ranks #13225 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
  • Its best position in our tracking is #13163, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
  • The latest release, v2.7.1, shipped on May 22, 2026 (77 days ago) — release #27 since the plugin joined the directory in 2022.

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Details

AuthorBowo
Current version2.7.1
Versions released27
Last updated2026-05-22
Added to directory2022-04-13
Requires WordPress4.8+
Requires PHP5.6+
First tracked here2026-08-06
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Description

Inspect PHP variables on a central dashboard in wp-admin for convenient debugging.

Frequently asked questions

Is Variable Inspector a free plugin?

Yes — Variable Inspector is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.

How many websites use Variable Inspector?

WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.

How popular is Variable Inspector?

As of August 7, 2026, Variable Inspector ranks #13225 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #13163.

When was Variable Inspector last updated?

Variable Inspector was last updated on May 22, 2026 (version 2.7.1). It has shipped 27 releases in total.

Who makes Variable Inspector?

Variable Inspector is developed by Bowo. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in April 2022.