# Escape Button

> Escape Button has 60+ active installs and 55 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 25/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Escape Button shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

**The Escape Button is a simple floating action button that allows users to quickly and safely exit your website in case of emergency. We originally developed this tool to support survivors of sexual and domestic violence…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 60+
- **Total downloads:** 2,037
- **Downloads (30 days):** 55 (+31% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 25/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Sep 5, 2024
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.6.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** ourwave (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ourwave/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/escape-button/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [safety](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/safety/) | #3 | 18 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,587 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| safety | >100 | 1,802 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Companion Auto Update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/companion-auto-update/) | 40K+ | 4.8/5 (105) | Mar 21, 2026 | 51/100 |
| 2 | [Blue Captcha](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blue-captcha/) | 400+ | 4.7/5 (15) | Aug 17, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 4 | [WP Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-firewall/) | 50+ | — | Apr 24, 2020 | 25/100 |
| 5 | [Safety Exit Button – Quick Exit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/safety-exit-button-quick-exit/) | 10+ | — | May 14, 2026 | 44/100 |
| 6 | [IP Dependent Cookies](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ip-dependent-cookies/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 23, 2016 | 30/100 |
| 7 | [Secure Login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/secure-login/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Dec 20, 2014 | 30/100 |
| 8 | [ROB (rat out blocker)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rob-rat-out-blocker/) | 10+ | — | May 20, 2026 | 51/100 |
| 9 | [Circuit Breaker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/circuit-breaker/) | <10 | 5/5 (1) | Mar 20, 2026 | 43/100 |
| 10 | [Tessera for the Abilities API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/abilityguard-mcp/) | <10 | — | May 12, 2026 | 42/100 |
| 11 | [TheEPI](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/theepi/) | <10 | 5/5 (1) | Dec 2, 2019 | 28/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Escape Button safe to use in 2026?
Escape Button shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Escape Button?
Escape Button is active on 60+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,037 times since it launched in January 2022. It was downloaded 55 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Escape Button work with WordPress 7.1?
Escape Button is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Escape Button last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on September 5, 2024 (2 years ago).

### Who makes Escape Button?
Escape Button is developed and maintained by ourwave.

### What are the best alternatives to Escape Button?
The most popular alternatives to Escape Button are Companion Auto Update (40K+ installs), Blue Captcha (400+ installs) and WP Firewall (50+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/escape-button/ · Generated 2026-09-29 21:48 UTC by PageForge