# Dude Patron

> Dude Patron has <10 active installs and 82 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Dude Patron is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 5 days ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Accept one-off and recurring patron support on WordPress with secure Stripe Checkout.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 81
- **Downloads (30 days):** 82 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.0.4
- **Last updated:** Sep 30, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.5+, PHP 8.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** wpdudeplugins (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wpdudeplugins/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/dude-patron/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [creators](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/creators/) | #6 | 6 |
| [donations](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/donations/) | #69 | 102 |
| [patronage](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/patronage/) | #2 | 2 |
| [Recurring payments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/recurring-payments/) | #36 | 41 |
| [stripe](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/stripe/) | >100 | 201 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| creators | >100 | 1,845 |
| donations | >100 | 2,375 |
| patronage | #2 | 3 |
| Recurring payments | >100 | 1,090 |
| stripe | >100 | 1,780 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Tip Jar WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tip-jar-wp/) | 200+ | 3.3/5 (7) | Feb 4, 2026 | 35/100 |
| 2 | [MicroPayments – Fans Paysite: Paid Creator Subscriptions, Digital Assets, Wallet](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/paid-membership/) | 20+ | 4.2/5 (5) | Aug 8, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 3 | [Adverships Affiliate for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/adverships-affiliate/) | <10 | — | Jun 15, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 4 | [GoHeartMe for Creators](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/goheartme-for-creators/) | <10 | — | Jun 20, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 5 | [Coug Latest Posts for Patreon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/coug-latest-posts-for-patreon/) | <10 | — | Aug 31, 2026 | 60/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Dude Patron safe to use in 2026?
Dude Patron is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 5 days ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Dude Patron?
Dude Patron is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 81 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 82 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Dude Patron work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Dude Patron up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.5 or newer.

### What PHP version does Dude Patron need?
Dude Patron requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Dude Patron last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.4, was released on September 30, 2026 (5 days ago).

### Who makes Dude Patron?
Dude Patron is developed and maintained by wpdudeplugins.

### What are the best alternatives to Dude Patron?
The most popular alternatives to Dude Patron are Tip Jar WP (200+ installs), MicroPayments (20+ installs) and Adverships Affiliate for Wo… (<10 installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dude-patron/ · Generated 2026-10-05 07:29 UTC by PageForge