# Fastcache by Host.it

> Fastcache by Host.it has 1K+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 2 reviews and 2.8K downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 72/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Fastcache by Host.it is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 days ago, and scores 72/100 on our health check.

**FastCache è un plugin WordPress per caching avanzato, CDN e ottimizzazione delle prestazioni, sviluppato e supportato interamente in Italia.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 1K+
- **Total downloads:** 14,180
- **Downloads (30 days):** 2,782 (+134% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 72/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.7.7
- **Last updated:** Oct 14, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0.0+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Host.it (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/hostspa/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/fastcache-by-host-it/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cache/) | #76 | 459 |
| [cdn](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cdn/) | #17 | 175 |
| [seo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/seo/) | >100 | 2,714 |
| [speed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/speed/) | #30 | 278 |
| [varnish](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/varnish/) | #4 | 14 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cache | >100 | 9,342 |
| cdn | #69 | 3,871 |
| seo | >100 | 8,636 |
| speed | >100 | 5,911 |
| varnish | #14 | 192 |

## Version adoption

- 1.6: 49.1%
- 1.7: 48.1%
- 1.5: 2.9%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Super Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-super-cache/) | 1M+ | 4.3/5 (1,346) | Sep 30, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 2 | [WP Fastest Cache – WordPress Cache Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-fastest-cache/) | 1M+ | 4.9/5 (4,226) | Oct 10, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 3 | [WP-Optimize – Cache, Compress images, Minify & Clean database to boost page speed & performance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-optimize/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (2,616) | Sep 21, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 4 | [SpeedyCache – Cache, Optimization, Performance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/speedycache/) | 500K+ | 4.4/5 (30) | Oct 8, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Breeze Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breeze/) | 300K+ | 3.6/5 (132) | Oct 13, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 6 | [OMGF / GDPR/DSGVO Compliant, Faster Google Fonts. Easy.](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/host-webfonts-local/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (213) | Oct 12, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Jetpack Boost – Website Speed, Performance and Critical CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jetpack-boost/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (610) | Oct 8, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 8 | [Aruba HiSpeed Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/aruba-hispeed-cache/) | 100K+ | 3/5 (10) | Sep 22, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 9 | [Cache Enabler](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cache-enabler/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (139) | Sep 27, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 10 | [NitroPack – Performance, Page Speed & Cache Plugin for Core Web Vitals, CDN & Image Optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nitropack/) | 90K+ | 4.3/5 (311) | Sep 25, 2026 | 78/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fastcache by Host.it free?
Yes. Fastcache by Host.it is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Fastcache by Host.it safe to use in 2026?
Fastcache by Host.it is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 days ago, and scores 72/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Fastcache by Host.it?
Fastcache by Host.it is active on 1K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 14,180 times since it launched in October 2024. It was downloaded 2,782 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Fastcache by Host.it work with WordPress 7.1?
Fastcache by Host.it 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 Fastcache by Host.it need?
Fastcache by Host.it requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Fastcache by Host.it last updated?
The latest version, 1.7.7, was released on October 14, 2026 (2 days ago).

### Who makes Fastcache by Host.it?
Fastcache by Host.it is developed and maintained by Host.it.

### What are the best alternatives to Fastcache by Host.it?
The most popular alternatives to Fastcache by Host.it are WP Super Cache (1M+ installs), WP Fastest Cache (1M+ installs) and WP-Optimize (1M+ installs).


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