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WP REST Cache

by Acato

4.9★ (42 ratings)  ·  Current rank #1794

Active installs
10K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#1794
Peak #1793
Downloads / day
Downloads (7d)
All-time downloads
399.5K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data

  • WP REST Cache currently ranks #1794 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
  • Its best position in our tracking is #1793, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
  • The latest release, v2026.3.1, shipped on Jul 25, 2026 (14 days ago) — release #65 since the plugin joined the directory in 2019.

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Details

AuthorAcato
Current version2026.3.1
Versions released65
Last updated2026-07-25
Added to directory2019-01-31
Requires WordPress4.7+
Requires PHP7.0+
First tracked here2026-08-06
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Description

Enable caching of the WordPress REST API and auto-flush caches upon wp-admin editing.

Frequently asked questions

Is WP REST Cache a free plugin?

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

How many websites use WP REST Cache?

WordPress.org reports 10K+ active installs.

How popular is WP REST Cache?

As of August 8, 2026, WP REST Cache ranks #1794 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #1793.

When was WP REST Cache last updated?

WP REST Cache was last updated on July 25, 2026 (version 2026.3.1). It has shipped 65 releases in total.

Who makes WP REST Cache?

WP REST Cache is developed by Acato. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in January 2019.