Faust.js
Faust.js™ transforms your traditional WordPress installation into a flexible headless CMS.
Solid choice
Faust.js 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 3 months ago, and scores 73/100 on our health check.
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Faust.js stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| composable-architecture | #1 |
| decoupled | #2 |
| faust | #1 |
| faustjs | #1 |
| headless | #12 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 7 reviews
About Faust.js
From the official readme · v1.8.12Description
In conjunction with the Faust.js™ NPM packages, the Faust.js™ WordPress plugin enables a decoupled front-end to authenticate with WordPress through GraphQL mutations and REST API endpoints. It is the bridge between a Faust.js™ powered front-end application, and a WordPress backend.
The plugin also provides useful options for headless sites, such as the ability to:
- Hide “theme” admin pages.
- Redirect public route requests to the front-end application.
- Rewrite WordPress URLs to front-end URLs in queried content.
Installation
- Search for the plugin in WordPress under “Plugins -> Add New”.
- Click the “Install Now” button, followed by “Activate”.
That’s it! For more information on getting started with headless WordPress, see Getting Started with Faust.js.
Frequently asked questions
If I need more support, where should I ask questions?
Use one of the channels below to contact the Faust.js team for support. GitHub – Faust.js GitHub documentation and codebase. Discord – Interactive chat support on Discord.
Why the name “Faust.js”?
Johann Faust was a German printer and was instrumental in the invention of the printing press, along with his partner Johann Gutenberg. In the same way the printing press democratized the spread of information, the mission of Faust.js is to support and further the vision of WordPress to democratize publishing on the web.
Changelog
Maintenance release. Sites still on 1.8.0 should update to address GHSA-q6pm-r77q-qcv3 / CVE-2026-54239.
1.8.12
Patch Changes
- 85d1b14: Route the
generateAuthorizationCodemutation throughwp_authenticate()so login policies hooked on the WordPressauthenticatefilter are enforced.
1.8.11
Patch Changes
- 0ef93f8: Add WordPress 7.0 to the CI test matrix and update the plugin “Tested up to” header to 7.0.
1.8.10
Patch Changes
- 81a854f: Maintenance release for WordPress.org. No functional changes. Sites still on 1.8.0 remain affected by GHSA-q6pm-r77q-qcv3 / CVE-2026-54239 and should update.
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FAQ
Faust.js: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 2, 2026
Is Faust.js free?
Yes. Faust.js is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Faust.js safe to use in 2026?
Faust.js 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 3 months ago, and scores 73/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Faust.js?
Faust.js is active on 1K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 73,981 times since it launched in December 2021. It was downloaded 1,644 times in the last 30 days.
Does Faust.js work with WordPress 7.1?
Faust.js is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Faust.js need?
Faust.js requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Faust.js last updated?
The latest version, 1.8.12, was released on July 6, 2026 (3 months ago).
Who makes Faust.js?
Faust.js is developed and maintained by WP Engine.
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