# eHive Access

> eHive Access has 70+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 98 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** eHive Access works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

**The base plugin for the eHive plugin suite.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 70+
- **Total downloads:** 4,807
- **Downloads (30 days):** 98 (+34.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 2.4.2
- **Last updated:** May 25, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.3.1+, PHP 5.3+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Vernon Systems Limited (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/vernonsystems/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ehive-access/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [archive](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/archive/) | #48 | 159 |
| [collection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/collection/) | #6 | 27 |
| [ehive](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ehive/) | #1 | 11 |
| [history](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/history/) | #22 | 72 |
| [museum](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/museum/) | #1 | 19 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| archive | >100 | 5,749 |
| collection | >100 | 3,331 |
| ehive | #1 | 11 |
| history | >100 | 5,195 |
| museum | #12 | 84 |

## Version adoption

- 2.4: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Jetpack VaultPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/vaultpress/) | 10K+ | 3.8/5 (72) | Apr 10, 2026 | 62/100 |
| 2 | [Zippy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zippy/) | 8K+ | 4.6/5 (16) | Sep 30, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 3 | [Posts List](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/posts-list/) | 7K+ | 4.5/5 (2) | Jun 6, 2013 | 35/100 |
| 4 | [Easy Custom Auto Excerpt](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-custom-auto-excerpt/) | 6K+ | 4.5/5 (151) | Apr 16, 2024 | 48/100 |
| 5 | [Simple Yearly Archive](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-yearly-archive/) | 6K+ | 4.7/5 (30) | Aug 15, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 6 | [Archive Content with Archived Post Status](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/archived-post-status/) | 5K+ | 4.9/5 (36) | Feb 17, 2026 | 50/100 |
| 7 | [Advanced Posts/Page](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-posts-per-page/) | 3K+ | — | Jul 18, 2012 | 28/100 |
| 8 | [JS Archive List](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jquery-archive-list-widget/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (45) | Apr 3, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 9 | [Sitekit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sitekit/) | 3K+ | 5/5 (1) | Jun 15, 2025 | 44/100 |
| 10 | [Ultimate Noindex Nofollow Tool II](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-noindex-nofollow-tool-ii/) | 3K+ | 3.1/5 (8) | Feb 20, 2024 | 32/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is eHive Access safe to use in 2026?
eHive Access works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use eHive Access?
eHive Access is active on 70+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,807 times since it launched in April 2013. It was downloaded 98 times in the last 30 days.

### Does eHive Access work with WordPress 7.1?
eHive Access is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does eHive Access need?
eHive Access requires PHP 5.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was eHive Access last updated?
The latest version, 2.4.2, was released on May 25, 2026 (5 months ago).

### Who makes eHive Access?
eHive Access is developed and maintained by Vernon Systems Limited.

### What are the best alternatives to eHive Access?
The most popular alternatives to eHive Access are Jetpack VaultPress (10K+ installs), Zippy (8K+ installs) and Posts List (7K+ installs).


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