# Fresh Install Assistant (FIA)

> Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) has <10 active installs, a 5/5 rating from 2 reviews and 143 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 37/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 37/100 on our health check.

**Automates WordPress initial setup by cleaning default content, creating essential pages, and optionally installing popular themes.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,413
- **Downloads (30 days):** 143 (-12.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 37/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.3
- **Last updated:** Sep 21, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.8.11
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Thushara Lakshan (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/lakshan12/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/fresh-install-assistant/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cleanup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cleanup/) | >100 | 233 |
| [fresh install](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/fresh-install/) | #1 | 1 |
| [remove sample post](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/remove-sample-post/) | #1 | 1 |
| [setup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/setup/) | #12 | 14 |
| [wordpress setup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wordpress-setup/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cleanup | >100 | 6,193 |
| fresh install | #19 | 2,167 |
| remove sample post | >100 | 748 |
| setup | >100 | 10,000 |
| wordpress setup | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP-Sweep](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-sweep/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (138) | Aug 24, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 2 | [Simple Revisions Delete](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-revisions-delete/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (50) | Oct 3, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 3 | [Delete Duplicate Posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/delete-duplicate-posts/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (153) | Oct 7, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [Database Cleaner: Cleanup, Optimization & Repair](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/database-cleaner/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (151) | Oct 5, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 5 | [AAA Autoload Optimizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/aaa-option-optimizer/) | 9K+ | 4.6/5 (25) | Oct 15, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 6 | [Freesoul Deactivate Plugins – Disable plugins on individual WordPress pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/freesoul-deactivate-plugins/) | 8K+ | 4.8/5 (104) | Oct 4, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 7 | [Image Regenerate & Select Crop](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/image-regenerate-select-crop/) | 8K+ | 4.7/5 (58) | Sep 14, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 8 | [Optimize Images Resizing](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/optimize-images-resizing/) | 5K+ | 4.6/5 (45) | Nov 28, 2017 | 44/100 |
| 9 | [Specific Content For Mobile – Customize the mobile version without redirections](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/specific-content-for-mobile/) | 4K+ | 4.8/5 (31) | Aug 22, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 10 | [DietPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpo-tweaks/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (38) | Oct 13, 2026 | 92/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) free?
Yes. Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) safe to use in 2026?
Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 37/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Fresh Install Assistant (FIA)?
Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,413 times since it launched in August 2025. It was downloaded 143 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) work with WordPress 7.1?
Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) need?
Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on September 21, 2025 (1 year ago).

### Who makes Fresh Install Assistant (FIA)?
Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) is developed and maintained by Thushara Lakshan.

### What are the best alternatives to Fresh Install Assistant (FIA)?
The most popular alternatives to Fresh Install Assistant (FIA) are WP-Sweep (100K+ installs), Simple Revisions Delete (10K+ installs) and Delete Duplicate Posts (10K+ installs).


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