# Asynchronous Javascript

> Asynchronous Javascript has 100+ active installs, a 3.7/5 rating from 9 reviews and 193 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 32/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Asynchronous Javascript shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

**This plugin is meant to be a drop-in to your wordpress installation with no additional configuration. The goals/features of this plugin are:**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 36,663
- **Downloads (30 days):** 193 (+12.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 3.7/5 from 9 reviews
- **Health score:** 32/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.3.5
- **Last updated:** Nov 2, 2013
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.5.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.5+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Paris Holley (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/parisholley/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/asynchronous-javascript/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [async](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/async/) | #3 | 10 |
| [asynchronous](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/asynchronous/) | #2 | 7 |
| [headjs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/headjs/) | #2 | 4 |
| [javascript](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/javascript/) | #57 | 273 |
| [JS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/js/) | #17 | 72 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| async | >100 | 753 |
| asynchronous | >100 | 496 |
| headjs | #3 | 6 |
| javascript | >100 | 10,000 |
| JS | >100 | 8,293 |

## Version adoption

- 1.3: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Async JavaScript](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/async-javascript/) | 70K+ | 4.7/5 (102) | Jun 22, 2023 | 47/100 |
| 2 | [Async JS and CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/async-js-and-css/) | 700+ | 4.2/5 (51) | Nov 28, 2017 | 40/100 |
| 4 | [Lazy Widget Loader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lazy-widget-loader/) | 100+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 3, 2013 | 32/100 |
| 5 | [LH CSS Lazy Load](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lh-css-lazy-load/) | 40+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Jun 6, 2019 | 27/100 |
| 6 | [Asynchronous Emails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/asynchronous-emails/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Feb 16, 2023 | 30/100 |
| 7 | [Head.WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/headwp/) | 10+ | — | Feb 18, 2014 | 23/100 |
| 8 | [image-auto-decoding-async](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/decoding-async/) | 10+ | — | Jan 29, 2022 | 23/100 |
| 9 | [Dynamic Shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dynamic-shortcode-ajax/) | <10 | — | Jan 8, 2021 | 21/100 |
| 10 | [Site Scripts & Speed Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/site-scripts-speed-manager/) | <10 | — | Apr 2, 2026 | 42/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Asynchronous Javascript safe to use in 2026?
Asynchronous Javascript shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Asynchronous Javascript?
Asynchronous Javascript is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 36,663 times since it launched in January 2013. It was downloaded 193 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Asynchronous Javascript work with WordPress 7.1?
Asynchronous Javascript is officially tested up to WordPress 3.5.2, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Asynchronous Javascript last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.5, was released on November 2, 2013 (13 years ago).

### Who makes Asynchronous Javascript?
Asynchronous Javascript is developed and maintained by Paris Holley.

### What are the best alternatives to Asynchronous Javascript?
The most popular alternatives to Asynchronous Javascript are Async JavaScript (70K+ installs), Async JS and CSS (700+ installs) and Lazy Widget Loader (100+ installs).


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