Active installs
40K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#908
Peak #908
Downloads / day
75
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Downloads (7d)
467
All-time downloads
914.2K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- LightPress Lightbox currently ranks #908 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- It is averaging 67 downloads/day over the last 30 days.
- The latest release, v2.3.5, shipped on Mar 25, 2026 (136 days ago) — release #40 since the plugin joined the directory in 2010.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Firelight |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.3.5 |
| Versions released | 40 |
| Last updated | 2026-03-25 |
| Added to directory | 2010-04-11 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.0+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Simple, lightweight lightbox plugin for WordPress. Formerly the WP JQuery Lightbox.
Frequently asked questions
Is LightPress Lightbox a free plugin?
Yes — LightPress Lightbox is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use LightPress Lightbox?
WordPress.org reports 40K+ active installs.
How popular is LightPress Lightbox?
As of August 8, 2026, LightPress Lightbox ranks #908 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was LightPress Lightbox last updated?
LightPress Lightbox was last updated on March 25, 2026 (version 2.3.5). It has shipped 40 releases in total.
Who makes LightPress Lightbox?
LightPress Lightbox is developed by Firelight. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in April 2010.
