Delete Inactive Themes and Extensions
A plugin to delete selected inactive themes and plugins except the active ones.
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Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (40+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Delete Inactive Themes and… stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| delete | >100 |
| extensions | >100 |
| inactive | #17 |
| themes | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Delete Inactive Themes and Extensions
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
This plugin allows administrators to delete selected inactive themes and plugins. It provides a user-friendly interface where you can select which themes and plugins to delete, including a “Select All” option.
Usage
- Go to the WordPress admin dashboard.
- Click on
Delete Inactive Itemsin the admin menu. - You will see a list of all themes and plugins with checkboxes.
- Select the themes and plugins you want to delete. Active themes and plugins are indicated and cannot be deleted.
- Use the “Select All Themes” and “Select All Plugins” checkboxes to select all deletable themes and plugins.
- Click the “Delete Selected Items” button to delete the selected themes and plugins.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.
Installation
- Search plugin for “Delete inactive themes and extensions” and install or Upload the
delete-inactive-themes-and-extensionsfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Navigate to
Delete Inactive Itemsunder the admin menu to use the plugin.
Frequently asked questions
Can I delete active themes or plugins with this plugin?
No, the plugin only allows you to delete inactive themes and plugins. Active items are indicated and cannot be selected for deletion.
Will this plugin affect my active theme or plugins?
No, the plugin is designed to protect your active theme and plugins from being deleted.
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Is Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… free?
Yes. Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… safe to use in 2026?
Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Delete Inactive Themes and Exte…?
Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,349 times since it launched in June 2024. It was downloaded 91 times in the last 30 days.
Does Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… work with WordPress 7.1?
Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… need?
Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on February 5, 2026 (8 months ago).
Who makes Delete Inactive Themes and Exte…?
Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… is developed and maintained by Mahedi Hasan.
What are the best alternatives to Delete Inactive Themes and Exte…?
The most popular alternatives to Delete Inactive Themes and Exte… are WP Bulk Delete (90K+ installs), Bulk Delete (30K+ installs) and Simple Revisions Delete (10K+ installs).
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