# Debug Meta Data

> Debug Meta Data has 30+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 74 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 31/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Debug Meta Data shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

**Creates a meta-box with meta-data information of a post for all post types. Information with meta key, meta value and its var_dump**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 5,797
- **Downloads (30 days):** 74 (+37% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 31/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1.2
- **Last updated:** Mar 12, 2020
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.4.0
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.0.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Ahmad Awais (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mrahmadawais/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/debug-meta-data/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [debug](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/debug/) | #81 | 269 |
| [debug meta](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/debug-meta/) | #1 | 1 |
| [debug metabox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/debug-metabox/) | #1 | 1 |
| [meta data](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/meta-data/) | #7 | 17 |
| [meta data custom post types](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/meta-data-custom-post-types/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| debug | >100 | 4,086 |
| debug meta | >100 | 1,174 |
| debug metabox | >100 | 229 |
| meta data | >100 | 6,878 |
| meta data custom post types | >100 | 3,345 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Crontrol](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-crontrol/) | 300K+ | 4.5/5 (165) | Aug 29, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 2 | [Query Monitor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/query-monitor/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (469) | Jun 20, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 3 | [Debug Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/debug-bar/) | 20K+ | 4.1/5 (69) | Mar 1, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 4 | [WP Debugging](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-debugging/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (21) | Aug 13, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 5 | [Debug Log Manager – Conveniently Monitor and Inspect Errors](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/debug-log-manager/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (25) | Jun 26, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 6 | [My WP Customize Admin/Frontend](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/my-wp/) | 8K+ | 4.3/5 (16) | Aug 21, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 7 | [Code Profiler – WordPress Performance Profiling and Debugging Made Easy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/code-profiler/) | 8K+ | 4.3/5 (36) | Sep 23, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 8 | [reBusted!](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rebusted/) | 6K+ | 5/5 (11) | Oct 10, 2024 | 44/100 |
| 9 | [Plugin Detective – Troubleshooting Conflicts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/plugin-detective/) | 5K+ | 4/5 (49) | Sep 29, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 10 | [Dashboard Widgets Suite](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dashboard-widgets-suite/) | 4K+ | 4.9/5 (38) | Jul 17, 2026 | 74/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Debug Meta Data safe to use in 2026?
Debug Meta Data shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Debug Meta Data?
Debug Meta Data is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 5,797 times since it launched in January 2016. It was downloaded 74 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Debug Meta Data work with WordPress 7.1?
Debug Meta Data is officially tested up to WordPress 5.4.0, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Debug Meta Data last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.2, was released on March 12, 2020 (7 years ago).

### Who makes Debug Meta Data?
Debug Meta Data is developed and maintained by Ahmad Awais.

### What are the best alternatives to Debug Meta Data?
The most popular alternatives to Debug Meta Data are WP Crontrol (300K+ installs), Query Monitor (200K+ installs) and Debug Bar (20K+ installs).


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