# AJAX Loading

> AJAX Loading has 10+ active installs, a 3/5 rating from 2 reviews and 67 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 52/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** AJAX Loading works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 52/100 on our health check.

**Enhance your website’s performance and user experience with our Ajax Page Loading Plugin. Load content asynchronously without reloading the page, thanks to the power of AJAX. Enjoy seamless content updates and a…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,629
- **Downloads (30 days):** 67 (+15.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 3/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 52/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** Jun 18, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.5+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Mahesh Thorat (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/maheshmthorat/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ajax-loading/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [ajax](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ajax/) | >100 | 337 |
| [asynchronous](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/asynchronous/) | #6 | 7 |
| [content](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/content/) | >100 | 826 |
| [javascript](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/javascript/) | >100 | 274 |
| [page loading](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/page-loading/) | #4 | 4 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| ajax | >100 | 8,477 |
| asynchronous | #34 | 554 |
| content | >100 | 10,000 |
| javascript | >100 | 10,000 |
| page loading | #94 | 9,557 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [zipaddr-jp](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zipaddr-jp/) | 50K+ | 5/5 (6) | Aug 2, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 2 | [SearchWP Live Ajax Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/searchwp-live-ajax-search/) | 50K+ | 4.7/5 (36) | Aug 8, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 3 | [WP-Polls](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-polls/) | 40K+ | 4.2/5 (136) | Sep 1, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 4 | [WP-PostRatings](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-postratings/) | 20K+ | 4.4/5 (178) | Sep 1, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 5 | [WPC AJAX Add to Cart for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpc-ajax-add-to-cart/) | 10K+ | 4.4/5 (18) | Sep 21, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 6 | [Ajax Cart AutoUpdate for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ajax-cart-autoupdate-for-woocommerce/) | 7K+ | 5/5 (214) | Mar 30, 2021 | 46/100 |
| 7 | [Relevanssi Live Ajax Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/relevanssi-live-ajax-search/) | 7K+ | 5/5 (9) | May 12, 2026 | 58/100 |
| 8 | [Enable CORS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/enable-cors/) | 6K+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Jul 15, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 9 | [Load More Anything](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ajax-load-more-anything/) | 5K+ | 4.5/5 (73) | Nov 19, 2025 | 59/100 |
| 10 | [YMC Filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ymc-smart-filter/) | 4K+ | 4.8/5 (34) | Oct 18, 2026 | 92/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is AJAX Loading safe to use in 2026?
AJAX Loading works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 52/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use AJAX Loading?
AJAX Loading is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,629 times since it launched in December 2022. It was downloaded 67 times in the last 30 days.

### Does AJAX Loading work with WordPress 7.1?
AJAX Loading is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does AJAX Loading need?
AJAX Loading requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was AJAX Loading last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on June 18, 2026 (4 months ago).

### Who makes AJAX Loading?
AJAX Loading is developed and maintained by Mahesh Thorat.

### What are the best alternatives to AJAX Loading?
The most popular alternatives to AJAX Loading are zipaddr-jp (50K+ installs), SearchWP Live Ajax Search (50K+ installs) and WP-Polls (40K+ installs).


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