# Distan

> Distan has <10 active installs and 362 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Distan is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Author in WordPress, deliver static HTML — built for handing over files, not a CMS. No database, and no deploy credentials, in the deliverable.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,056
- **Downloads (30 days):** 362 (-27.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.8.0
- **Last updated:** Sep 11, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** youheiokubo (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/youheiokubo/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/distan/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [deploy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/deploy/) | #14 | 15 |
| [headless](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/headless/) | #57 | 86 |
| [jamstack](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/jamstack/) | #13 | 14 |
| [static export](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/static-export/) | #1 | 3 |
| [static site generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/static-site-generator/) | #9 | 10 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| deploy | >100 | 989 |
| headless | >100 | 471 |
| jamstack | #10 | 21 |
| static export | >100 | 884 |
| static site generator | >100 | 366 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Publish to Netlify](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/publish-to-netlify/) | 100+ | — | Nov 29, 2020 | 25/100 |
| 2 | [Deploy Webhook Button](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/webhook-netlify-deploy/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 22, 2019 | 32/100 |
| 3 | [Deploy & Sync Content](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/deploy-sync-content/) | 40+ | 5/5 (1) | Nov 20, 2025 | 46/100 |
| 4 | [Copy Post](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/copy-post/) | 20+ | 3/5 (1) | Sep 23, 2009 | 25/100 |
| 5 | [Deploy Trigger for GitHub](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/deploy-trigger-for-github/) | 10+ | — | Sep 15, 2025 | 32/100 |
| 6 | [StaticForge for Cloudflare Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/staticforge-for-cloudflare-pages/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 22, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 7 | [Deploy Webhook Github Actions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/deploy-webhook-github-actions/) | 10+ | — | May 31, 2023 | 23/100 |
| 8 | [Bulk Deployer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bulk-deployer/) | 10+ | — | Feb 22, 2026 | 38/100 |
| 9 | [WP Quick Deploy Revisited](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-quick-deploy-revisited/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Jun 14, 2011 | 30/100 |
| 10 | [WP Git Deploy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-git-deploy/) | 10+ | — | Oct 25, 2014 | 23/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Distan safe to use in 2026?
Distan is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Distan?
Distan is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,056 times since it launched in July 2026. It was downloaded 362 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Distan work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Distan up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.0 or newer.

### What PHP version does Distan need?
Distan requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Distan last updated?
The latest version, 1.8.0, was released on September 11, 2026 (3 weeks ago).

### Who makes Distan?
Distan is developed and maintained by youheiokubo.

### What are the best alternatives to Distan?
The most popular alternatives to Distan are Publish to Netlify (100+ installs), Deploy Webhook Button (100+ installs) and Deploy & Sync Content (40+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/distan/ · Generated 2026-10-02 22:48 UTC by PageForge