Active installs
10+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#38611
Peak #34996
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
2.3K
Days tracked
2
1 day▼ 3615
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- WP Distraction Free View currently ranks #38611 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #34996, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.8.1, shipped on Jul 15, 2026 (24 days ago) — release #15 since the plugin joined the directory in 2016.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Mehul Gohil |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.8.1 |
| Versions released | 15 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-15 |
| Added to directory | 2016-03-16 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.2+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-07 |
Description
Adds frontend Reader Mode so visitors can focus on posts, pages, and selected public post types.
Frequently asked questions
Is WP Distraction Free View a free plugin?
Yes — WP Distraction Free View is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use WP Distraction Free View?
WordPress.org reports 10+ active installs.
How popular is WP Distraction Free View?
As of August 8, 2026, WP Distraction Free View ranks #38611 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #34996.
When was WP Distraction Free View last updated?
WP Distraction Free View was last updated on July 15, 2026 (version 1.8.1). It has shipped 15 releases in total.
Who makes WP Distraction Free View?
WP Distraction Free View is developed by Mehul Gohil. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in March 2016.
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