Front Page Reload Counter
Tracks homepage visits (reloads) by non-logged-in users and displays the total count, last visit time, and detailed logs in the WordPress admin.
Use with caution
Front Page Reload Counter works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Front Page Reload Counter stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| Counter | >100 |
| homepage | >100 |
| reloads | >100 |
| tracking | >100 |
| visits | >100 |
About Front Page Reload Counter
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
Front Page Reload Counter is a lightweight plugin that tracks how often your site’s homepage is reloaded by visitors — excluding logged-in users. It shows a simple count of total reloads, the timestamp of the most recent reload, and a detailed log of reload events on a dedicated admin page.
No cookies, no tracking scripts — just a clean and minimal way to monitor homepage visits.
Features:
– Counts reloads of your WordPress homepage by public visitors only (ignores logged-in users)
– Displays total reload count and timestamp of the last reload
– Shows detailed reload logs with timestamps
– Includes buttons to clear the counter and delete all logs
– Provides a pause/resume toggle to temporarily stop counting reloads
– Easy to use admin page accessible via the main WordPress admin menu
Ideal for lightweight tracking or simple visitor monitoring without any performance impact.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/front-page-reload-counter/directory, or install it via the WordPress plugin screen. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Go to Reload Counter in your WordPress admin sidebar menu to view and manage the reload statistics and logs.
Frequently asked questions
Does the plugin count reloads from logged-in users?
No. The counter only tracks reloads from non-logged-in (public) visitors.
Can I reset the counter?
Yes. You can reset the total count and last reload timestamp using the Clear Counter button on the admin page.
Does the plugin keep logs of reloads?
Yes. Detailed reload logs are stored and displayed on the admin page.
Can I pause the reload counting?
Yes. The plugin includes a Pause/Resume Counter toggle on the admin page to temporarily stop or restart counting.
Is there a limit on the number of entries?
Yes, there is a limit. The log will show a total of 100 entries. Older entries will be automatically deleted to maintain the total number of entries within the limit.
Changelog
1.0
- Initial release.
1.0.1
- Updated “Tested up to” version.
- Improved database query handling for WordPress coding standards compliance.
- Updated language file name.
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FAQ
Front Page Reload Counter: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 3, 2026
Is Front Page Reload Counter free?
Yes. Front Page Reload Counter is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Front Page Reload Counter safe to use in 2026?
Front Page Reload Counter works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Front Page Reload Counter?
Front Page Reload Counter is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 637 times since it launched in July 2025. It was downloaded 62 times in the last 30 days.
Does Front Page Reload Counter work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Front Page Reload Counter up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.6 or newer.
What PHP version does Front Page Reload Counter need?
Front Page Reload Counter requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Front Page Reload Counter last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on August 29, 2026 (1 month ago).
Who makes Front Page Reload Counter?
Front Page Reload Counter is developed and maintained by samiur6688.
What are the best alternatives to Front Page Reload Counter?
The most popular alternatives to Front Page Reload Counter are Post Views Counter (200K+ installs), WP-PostViews (100K+ installs) and Simple Download Monitor (20K+ installs).
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