Add File Version (AFV)
Add File Version (AFV) can automatically or manually add file version to the CSS/JS files that were added using wp_enqueue_style and wp_enqueue_script, admin_enqueue_style and admin_enqueue_script.
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- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 7 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 4.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Add File Version (AFV) stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| add | >100 |
| afv | #2 |
| automatic | >100 |
| file | >100 |
| version | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Add File Version (AFV)
From the official readme · v1.0.6Description
Add File Version (AFV) can automatically or manually add file version to the CSS/JS files that were added using wp_enqueue_style and wp_enqueue_script, admin_enqueue_style and admin_enqueue_script.
The AUTO mode adds file version based on PHP file modification time, while the MANUAL mode adds version based on your input to the target files (CSS/JS).
Installation
Installation method 1 (easy way)
- Go to WordPress dashboard
- Click on Plugins > Add Plugin
- Search for Add File Version (AFV)
- Then click on Install, then click ‘Activate Now’
Installation method 2 (manual)
- Go to WordPress dashboard
- Click on Plugins > Add Plugin
- Search for Add File Version (AFV)
- Click ‘Upload Plugin’ button
- Upload ‘add-file-version.zip’
- Activate the plugin
Installation method 3 (manual)
- Upload ‘add-file-version.zip’ to the ‘/wp-content/plugins/’ directory
- Extract the ‘add-file-version.zip’ archive into the ‘/wp-content/plugins/’ directory
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
Usage
Install the ‘Add File Version (AFV)’ plugin and activate it. Upon activation, AFV by default will add version in AUTO mode to ALL CSS and JS files added using wp_enqueue_style and wp_enqueue_script, admin_enqueue_style and admin_enqueue_script. The plugin provides a page where you can change and alter its settings. It can be found at the WordPress dashboard > Tools > Add File Version.
There are 2 modes available, AUTO and MANUAL. The AUTO mode adds file version based on PHP file modification time, while the MANUAL mode adds version based on your input to the target files (CSS/JS). Each versioning mode allows you to select files to add version. It can be ALL, CSS only or JS only. To disable the versioning function of the plugin, just uncheck both modes and save the changes by clicking the button at the bottom.
Changelog
Initial version of the plugin.
1.0.6
- Fixed array and parsing errors
1.0.5
- Updated admin layout styling
1.0.4
- Updated admin layout styling
1.0.3
- Fixed AJAX error in admin page
1.0.2
- Fixed directory and file error that causes the plugin to halt
1.0.1
- Fixed minor issues
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FAQ
Add File Version (AFV): quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is Add File Version (AFV) free?
Yes. Add File Version (AFV) is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Add File Version (AFV) safe to use in 2026?
Add File Version (AFV) shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Add File Version (AFV)?
Add File Version (AFV) is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,221 times since it launched in April 2018. It was downloaded 65 times in the last 30 days.
Does Add File Version (AFV) work with WordPress 7.1?
Add File Version (AFV) is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.33, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Add File Version (AFV) need?
Add File Version (AFV) requires PHP 5.2.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Add File Version (AFV) last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.6, was released on October 5, 2018 (8 years ago).
Who makes Add File Version (AFV)?
Add File Version (AFV) is developed and maintained by Joemakev.
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