# Debug Switch

> Debug Switch has <10 active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 82 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Debug Switch works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**The fastest and easiest way to switch debug mode on/off and view PHP info directly from the admin.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,559
- **Downloads (30 days):** 82 (+32.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 0.2
- **Last updated:** May 18, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Web Guy (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/webguyio/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/debug-switch/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [debug](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/debug/) | >100 | 270 |
| [errors](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/errors/) | #25 | 26 |
| [info](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/info/) | #33 | 36 |
| [php](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/php/) | >100 | 144 |
| [testing](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/testing/) | #55 | 75 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| debug | >100 | 4,054 |
| errors | >100 | 10,000 |
| info | >100 | 7,199 |
| php | >100 | 10,000 |
| testing | >100 | 4,395 |

## 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 | 89/100 |
| 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 22, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 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 Switch free?
Yes. Debug Switch is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Debug Switch safe to use in 2026?
Debug Switch works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Debug Switch?
Debug Switch is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,559 times since it launched in March 2022. It was downloaded 82 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Debug Switch work with WordPress 7.1?
Debug Switch is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Debug Switch last updated?
The latest version, 0.2, was released on May 18, 2026 (4 months ago).

### Who makes Debug Switch?
Debug Switch is developed and maintained by Web Guy.

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


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