atec Debug
Essential toolbox to debug a WordPress installation.
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.
- Small user base (70+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where atec Debug stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| cron jobs | #40 |
| debug | #11 |
| SAVEQUERIES | #5 |
| toolbox | #16 |
| WP_DEBUG | #16 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
About atec Debug
From the official readme · v1.2.38Description
atec Debug is a lightweight developer toolbox to help debug your WordPress site.
Features include:
* View /wp-content/debug.log directly from the admin bar
* Toggle WP constants like WP_DEBUG, WP_DEBUG_LOG, SAVEQUERIES, and WP_AUTO_UPDATE_CORE
* View and trigger WordPress cron jobs
* Parse and edit wp-config.php values like WP_MEMORY_LIMIT
* Show all database queries (when SAVEQUERIES is enabled)
* List all included PHP files
* Read and parse the /wp-config.php file.
This plugin is ideal for development and debugging in real-time, without editing files manually.
Specifications
- Reads and parses
wp-config.phpand debug.log
Third-Party Services
Integrity check
Once, when activating the plugin, an integrity check is requested from our server – if you give your permission.
Source: https://atecplugins.com/
Privacy policy: https://atecplugins.com/privacy-policy/
Installation
- Upload the plugin to
/wp-content/plugins/or install via the WP admin panel. - Activate the plugin from the Plugins menu.
- Select “atec Debug” link in admin menu bar.
Frequently asked questions
Can I edit wp-config.php from the plugin?
You can read and view constants, and enable or disable common ones. Direct editing of arbitrary constants is not supported.
Will this work on live sites?
Yes, but it is meant for development or controlled environments. Enabling WP_DEBUG can slow down your site. Avoid using it on production unless necessary.
Changelog
1.2.38 [2026.06.24]
- New CPANEL framework class
1.2.37 [2026.06.20]
- Introduces $instructions
1.2.35 [2026.05.29]
- Admin bar “Errors” now follows debug log file mtime via atec-wpd-log.php (not wp_error_added)
1.2.34 [2026.05.29]
- Default debug log uses wp-content/atec-debug-{token}.log (token from AUTH_KEY) instead of debug.log
- Removed .htaccess rewrite protection for new setups (unguessable log path replaces it; existing blocks are left in place)
- Auto-migrates WP_DEBUG_LOG true / debug.log to the secure path
1.2.33 [2026.05.29]
- Filter PHP notices and deprecations from debug.log when WP_DEBUG is enabled (warnings and errors remain)
- wp-config now writes ATEC_WP_DEBUG_REPORTING; runtime re-applies level after WordPress resets error_reporting
1.2.32 [2026.03.23]
- Dashboard undefined issue
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FAQ
atec Debug: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 5, 2026
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 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. 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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