Deploy Webhook Github Actions
A WordPress plugin to manually trigger a deploy workflow via the Github Actions REST API after updating content.
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Deploy Webhook Github Actions shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 3 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.1 (latest is 7.1)
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Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| deploy | >100 |
| github actions | >100 |
| hooks | >100 |
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About Deploy Webhook Github Actions
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
DEPLOY WEBHOOK GITHUB ACTIONS PLUGIN
A WordPress plugin to manually trigger a deploy workflow via the Github Actions REST API after updating content.
FEATURE
Trigger a deploy workflow via Github Actions after updating content. Users with manage_capabilities are only allowed to perform the action from the the WordPress admin menu.
SETTINGS
Fill out the form with the data required on the Settings Page. Find a reference below:
OWNER: The username or organization name that owns the repository.
REPO: The name of the repository.
WORKFLOW_ID: You can either write the full name of your .yml file, ie. “manual-trigger-workflow.yml” or the ID of the workflow that you want to trigger. You can find the ID of a workflow by going to the “Actions” tab of your repository on GitHub, clicking on the name of the workflow, and looking at the URL of the page. The ID is the number that appears after the last forward slash in the URL.
PERSONAL_ACCESS_TOKEN: A personal access token (PAT) with the repo scope. You can create a PAT by going to “Settings” > “Developer settings” > “Personal access tokens” in your GitHub account.
REF: The name of your repository’s main branch. Important: At the moment the plugin is able to create a webhook for a workflow_dispatch trigger without inputs. This feature is planned for later versions.
TO DO
Add feature: accept inputs.
AUTHOR
Created by Nicolás di Rago.
https://www.nicolasdirago.com/
Installation
You can install “Github Actions Webhook Deploy Plugin” manually.
- Download or clone the plugin from the repository
- Create a .zip file
- Login to your WordPress site and move to Plugins -> Add new -> Upload plugin
- Upload the newly created .zip file on your machine, activate and enjoy.
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Is Deploy Webhook Github Actions free?
Yes. Deploy Webhook Github Actions is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Deploy Webhook Github Actions safe to use in 2026?
Deploy Webhook Github Actions shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Deploy Webhook Github Actions?
Deploy Webhook Github Actions is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,482 times since it launched in May 2023. It was downloaded 90 times in the last 30 days.
Does Deploy Webhook Github Actions work with WordPress 7.1?
Deploy Webhook Github Actions is officially tested up to WordPress 6.1.14, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Deploy Webhook Github Actions need?
Deploy Webhook Github Actions requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Deploy Webhook Github Actions last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on May 31, 2023 (3 years ago).
Who makes Deploy Webhook Github Actions?
Deploy Webhook Github Actions is developed and maintained by nicolasdra.
What are the best alternatives to Deploy Webhook Github Actions?
The most popular alternatives to Deploy Webhook Github Actions are Publish to Netlify (100+ installs), Deploy Webhook Button (100+ installs) and Deploy & Sync Content (40+ installs).
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