Badger
Change the browser tab title when another browser tab is active.
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Badger shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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 Badger stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| alert | >100 |
| blink | #21 |
| nag | >100 |
| tab | >100 |
| title | >100 |
About Badger
From the official readme · v2.0.0Description
Change the browser tab title when another browser tab is active.
The title will alternate between the original title and the text set in the plugin settings suffixed with the original title.
Where is the admin or settings page?
The alternative title can be configured in the Badger section of the WordPress customizer.
Frequently asked questions
Why doesn’t it work on my site?
If this plugin is not working for you, this could be due to your theme not being built to WordPress standards a conflict with another plugin Please ask for help on the plugin support page on WordPress.org. The plugin does work as it is designed to on the sites I have tested it on, however it is not possible for me to test on every available theme and with all combinations of other plugins active, or on all possible server setups. If the plugin is not working for you as you expect it to, please read the documentation carefully to check that you are using it correctly and review any existing…
What levels of support are available?
I can offer free support on the plugin support page on WordPress.org when all communication takes place on the forum and a link to your site is provided where I can I can see the issue without needing any password. If the conditions for receiving free support are not compatible with the level of support you require, non-free support via email is also available. This prepaid support can be requested at: cubecolour.co.uk/premium-support If you require a customisation of the plugin or any additional features, providing this will be outside the scope of the free support that I am able to provide…
I am using the plugin and it has saved me time and/or money. How can I show my appreciation?
If you find the plugin useful I would appreciate a glowing five star review on the plugin review page. You can also donate any amount via my donation page where all donations are gratefully received.
Changelog
Now Vanilla JS - removed jQuery dependency
2.0.0
- Now Vanilla JS – removed jQuery dependency
1.0.1
- Code tweaks
1.0.0
- Initial Version
Screenshots
For developers
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FAQ
Badger: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 7, 2026
Is Badger free?
Yes. Badger is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Badger safe to use in 2026?
Badger shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Badger?
Badger is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,440 times since it launched in May 2017. It was downloaded 49 times in the last 30 days.
Does Badger work with WordPress 7.1?
Badger is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Badger last updated?
The latest version, 2.0.0, was released on June 23, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Badger?
Badger is developed and maintained by cubecolour.
What are the best alternatives to Badger?
The most popular alternatives to Badger are VK Blocks (100K+ installs), Customize WordPress Emails… (30K+ installs) and WP Notification Bars (10K+ installs).
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