# FatalGuard – PHP Error Log Viewer, Debug Log & Fatal Error Alerts

> FatalGuard has <10 active installs and 127 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** FatalGuard is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**One-tap fix for a crashed WordPress site — read your debug & error log, catch the fatal error behind the white screen, get instant Telegram alerts.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 119
- **Downloads (30 days):** 127 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.2.4
- **Last updated:** Sep 3, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** zino (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/zinodev/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/fatalguard/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Debug log](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/debug-log/) | #11 | 20 |
| [error log](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/error-log/) | #21 | 47 |
| [error notification](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/error-notification/) | #2 | 2 |
| [fatal error](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/fatal-error/) | #15 | 20 |
| [telegram](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/telegram/) | >100 | 158 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Debug log | >100 | 2,233 |
| error log | >100 | 6,362 |
| error notification | >100 | 4,233 |
| fatal error | >100 | 4,000 |
| telegram | >100 | 851 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Debug Log Manager Tool](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/debug-log-config-tool/) | 3K+ | 5/5 (22) | Jun 23, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 2 | [Conflict Finder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/conflict-finder-wp-fix-it/) | 100+ | 4.5/5 (4) | Jun 15, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 3 | [BugTrace – Debug Log Tool](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/debug-log-tool/) | 50+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 5, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 4 | [Clear Debug.log Cron](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/clear-debuglog-cron/) | 20+ | — | Oct 12, 2012 | 24/100 |
| 5 | [LogIQ – Intelligent Debug Log Viewer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/log-iq/) | 10+ | — | Mar 20, 2026 | 38/100 |
| 6 | [SiteIntelix – Developer & Admin Toolkit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/siteintelix/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 15, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 7 | [Health Radar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/health-radar/) | 10+ | — | Mar 19, 2026 | 38/100 |
| 8 | [NHR Secure – Login Security, Firewall, 2FA & Audit Log](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nhrrob-secure/) | <10 | — | Sep 25, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 9 | [LogMate – Error Log Viewer, Debug Logger & PHP/JS Log Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/logmate/) | <10 | — | May 28, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 10 | [Developer Tool](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/developer-tool/) | <10 | — | May 11, 2019 | 21/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is FatalGuard safe to use in 2026?
FatalGuard is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use FatalGuard?
FatalGuard is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 119 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 127 times in the last 30 days.

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

### What PHP version does FatalGuard need?
FatalGuard requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was FatalGuard last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.4, was released on September 3, 2026 (4 weeks ago).

### Who makes FatalGuard?
FatalGuard is developed and maintained by zino.

### What are the best alternatives to FatalGuard?
The most popular alternatives to FatalGuard are Debug Log Manager Tool (3K+ installs), Conflict Finder (100+ installs) and BugTrace – Debug Log Tool (50+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fatalguard/ · Generated 2026-09-29 20:05 UTC by PageForge