# DevBrothers Simple Translator

> DevBrothers Simple Translator has <10 active installs and 59 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 42/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** DevBrothers Simple Translator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.

**Simple and free language switcher based on Google Translate. Shortcodes, widgets, customizable styles.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 500
- **Downloads (30 days):** 59 (+37.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 42/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** Jun 18, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** DevBrothers (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/lzolotarev/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/devbrothers-simple-translator/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [language](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/language/) | >100 | 139 |
| [multilingual](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/multilingual/) | >100 | 345 |
| [translate](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/translate/) | >100 | 138 |
| [translation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/translation/) | >100 | 343 |
| [translator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/translator/) | #25 | 32 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| language | >100 | 10,000 |
| multilingual | >100 | 2,783 |
| translate | >100 | 3,495 |
| translation | >100 | 10,000 |
| translator | >100 | 1,801 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Loco Translate](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/loco-translate/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (453) | Sep 30, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 2 | [Translate WordPress with GTranslate](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gtranslate/) | 900K+ | 4.9/5 (4,961) | Sep 15, 2026 | 98/100 |
| 3 | [Polylang](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/polylang/) | 800K+ | 4.7/5 (2,997) | Sep 28, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 4 | [Translate WordPress – Google Language Translator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-language-translator/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (620) | Sep 11, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 5 | [Bogo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bogo/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (48) | Aug 18, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 6 | [Multilingual Contact Form 7 with Polylang](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/multilingual-contact-form-7-with-polylang/) | 9K+ | 4.9/5 (17) | Jan 17, 2026 | 56/100 |
| 7 | [Hreflang Manager – Hreflang Implementation for International SEO](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hreflang-manager-lite/) | 8K+ | 4.7/5 (9) | Sep 9, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 8 | [WPBakery Visual Composer & qTranslate-X](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/js-composer-qtranslate-x/) | 7K+ | 3.2/5 (11) | Nov 28, 2017 | 34/100 |
| 9 | [Admin Locale](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-locale/) | 6K+ | 5/5 (3) | Oct 21, 2012 | 36/100 |
| 10 | [Language Fallback](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/language-fallback/) | 5K+ | 4.8/5 (23) | Sep 13, 2026 | 88/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is DevBrothers Simple Translator free?
Yes. DevBrothers Simple Translator is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is DevBrothers Simple Translator safe to use in 2026?
DevBrothers Simple Translator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use DevBrothers Simple Translator?
DevBrothers Simple Translator is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 500 times since it launched in January 2026. It was downloaded 59 times in the last 30 days.

### Does DevBrothers Simple Translator work with WordPress 7.1?
DevBrothers Simple Translator 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 DevBrothers Simple Translator need?
DevBrothers Simple Translator requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was DevBrothers Simple Translator last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on June 18, 2026 (4 months ago).

### Who makes DevBrothers Simple Translator?
DevBrothers Simple Translator is developed and maintained by DevBrothers.

### What are the best alternatives to DevBrothers Simple Translator?
The most popular alternatives to DevBrothers Simple Translator are Loco Translate (1M+ installs), Translate WordPress with GT… (900K+ installs) and Polylang (800K+ installs).


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