# AdBlock Detector

> AdBlock Detector has 20+ active installs and 208 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** AdBlock Detector shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**The AdBlock Detector plugin helps publishers easily track how many visitors coming to their website are using ad blocking software.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 5,739
- **Downloads (30 days):** 208 (+8.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Aug 23, 2016
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.5.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.2.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** AdPushup (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/adpushup/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/adblock-detector/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [ad blocking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ad-blocking/) | #1 | 5 |
| [adblock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/adblock/) | #10 | 33 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| ad blocking | >100 | 380 |
| adblock | #78 | 104 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | [Detect AdBlock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/detect-adblock/) | 20+ | 3.4/5 (5) | Feb 10, 2018 | 30/100 |
| 3 | [Sorry AdBlocker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sorry-adblocker/) | 10+ | — | Nov 1, 2015 | 23/100 |
| 4 | [Adtoniq Express](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/adtoniq-express/) | 10+ | — | Jun 28, 2022 | 23/100 |
| 5 | [B2 Analytics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/b2-analytics/) | 10+ | — | Jun 25, 2024 | 23/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is AdBlock Detector free?
Yes. AdBlock Detector is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is AdBlock Detector safe to use in 2026?
AdBlock Detector shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use AdBlock Detector?
AdBlock Detector is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 5,739 times since it launched in August 2016. It was downloaded 208 times in the last 30 days.

### Does AdBlock Detector work with WordPress 7.1?
AdBlock Detector is officially tested up to WordPress 4.5.33, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was AdBlock Detector last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on August 23, 2016 (10 years ago).

### Who makes AdBlock Detector?
AdBlock Detector is developed and maintained by AdPushup.

### What are the best alternatives to AdBlock Detector?
The most popular alternatives to AdBlock Detector are Detect AdBlock (20+ installs), Sorry AdBlocker (10+ installs) and Adtoniq Express (10+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/adblock-detector/ · Generated 2026-10-10 16:16 UTC by PageForge