# Fernet Encryption

> Fernet Encryption has 10+ active installs and 41 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 26/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Fernet Encryption shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.

**Fernet Encryption is a plugin that can be used to encrypt and decrypt data in WordPress using fernet.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 1,944
- **Downloads (30 days):** 41 (+10.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 26/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** Jan 5, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.7.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.4+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Hubbard Labs (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/hubbardlabs/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/fernet-encryption/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [encryption](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/encryption/) | #17 | 33 |
| [fernet](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/fernet/) | #1 | 1 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,666 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| encryption | >100 | 1,157 |
| fernet | #1 | 1 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Email Address Encoder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-address-encoder/) | 100K+ | 4.2/5 (160) | Apr 12, 2026 | 56/100 |
| 2 | [WP PGP Encrypted Emails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-pgp-encrypted-emails/) | 400+ | 4.6/5 (16) | May 25, 2021 | 37/100 |
| 3 | [WP Hashed IDs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-hashed-ids/) | 100+ | 5/5 (3) | Jul 17, 2016 | 32/100 |
| 4 | [wp2pgpmail](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp2pgpmail/) | 80+ | 4.4/5 (5) | Sep 10, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 5 | [Semisecure Login Reimagined](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/semisecure-login-reimagined/) | 70+ | 5/5 (1) | Jul 15, 2011 | 32/100 |
| 6 | [JavaScript Obfuscator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/javascript-obfuscator/) | 50+ | 3/5 (2) | May 23, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 7 | [WP jCryption Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-jcryption/) | 50+ | 4.7/5 (3) | May 16, 2015 | 31/100 |
| 8 | [PGP Key Generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pgp-key-generator/) | 50+ | 4/5 (4) | Sep 10, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 9 | [Secure Encrypted Form](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/secure-encrypted-form/) | 40+ | 5/5 (4) | Oct 5, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 10 | [OpenPGP Form Encryption for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/openpgp-form-encryption/) | 30+ | 5/5 (1) | Apr 17, 2024 | 31/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Fernet Encryption safe to use in 2026?
Fernet Encryption shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Fernet Encryption?
Fernet Encryption is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,944 times since it launched in September 2021. It was downloaded 41 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Fernet Encryption work with WordPress 7.1?
Fernet Encryption is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Fernet Encryption need?
Fernet Encryption requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Fernet Encryption last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on January 5, 2025 (2 years ago).

### Who makes Fernet Encryption?
Fernet Encryption is developed and maintained by Hubbard Labs.

### What are the best alternatives to Fernet Encryption?
The most popular alternatives to Fernet Encryption are Email Address Encoder (100K+ installs), WP PGP Encrypted Emails (400+ installs) and WP Hashed IDs (100+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fernet-encryption/ · Generated 2026-10-15 03:00 UTC by PageForge