# atec Debug

> atec Debug has 70+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 2 reviews and 161 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** atec Debug works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

**Essential toolbox to debug a WordPress installation.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 70+
- **Total downloads:** 6,056
- **Downloads (30 days):** 161 (+47.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.2.38
- **Last updated:** Jul 3, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.9+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** docjojo (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/docjojo/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/atec-debug/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cron jobs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cron-jobs/) | #2 | 7 |
| [debug](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/debug/) | #62 | 272 |
| [SAVEQUERIES](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/savequeries/) | #1 | 1 |
| [toolbox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/toolbox/) | #2 | 8 |
| [WP_DEBUG](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wp_debug/) | #6 | 13 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cron jobs | #38 | 1,743 |
| debug | #11 | 4,128 |
| SAVEQUERIES | #4 | 46 |
| toolbox | #16 | 158 |
| WP_DEBUG | #16 | 902 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP-Cron Control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-cron-control/) | 1K+ | 3.5/5 (10) | Nov 28, 2017 | 33/100 |
| 3 | [WP-Auto-Publish](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-auto-publish/) | 30+ | — | Sep 8, 2018 | 24/100 |
| 4 | [WP Cron per Action](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-cron-per-action/) | 10+ | — | Nov 24, 2016 | 23/100 |
| 5 | [Cron Pulse](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cronpulse/) | <10 | — | Sep 2, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 6 | [CronVitals – WP-Cron Monitoring & Failure Alerts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cronvitals/) | <10 | — | Sep 1, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 7 | [Cron Guard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cron-guard/) | <10 | — | Jun 24, 2026 | 49/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is atec Debug safe to use in 2026?
atec Debug works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use atec Debug?
atec Debug is active on 70+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,056 times since it launched in October 2024. It was downloaded 161 times in the last 30 days.

### Does atec Debug work with WordPress 7.1?
atec Debug 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 atec Debug need?
atec Debug requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was atec Debug last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.38, was released on July 3, 2026 (3 months ago).

### Who makes atec Debug?
atec Debug is developed and maintained by docjojo.

### What are the best alternatives to atec Debug?
The most popular alternatives to atec Debug are WP-Cron Control (1K+ installs), WP-Auto-Publish (30+ installs) and WP Cron per Action (10+ installs).


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