# GuardForge

> GuardForge has <10 active installs and 149 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** GuardForge is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 6 hours ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Security hardening, brute-force protection, two-factor login, file-integrity checks and a tamper-evident audit log. No account required.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 175
- **Downloads (30 days):** 149 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.4.0
- **Last updated:** Oct 5, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.5+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** avakodeforge (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/avakodeforge/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/guardforge/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [audit log](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/audit-log/) | #32 | 71 |
| [firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/firewall/) | >100 | 206 |
| [login protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/login-protection/) | #23 | 30 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,605 |
| [two factor authentication](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/two-factor-authentication/) | #43 | 70 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| audit log | >100 | 1,533 |
| firewall | >100 | 983 |
| login protection | >100 | 1,800 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |
| two factor authentication | >100 | 436 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Simple History – Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-history/) | 300K+ | 4.9/5 (491) | Sep 28, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 2 | [Activity Log – Monitor User and Agent Changes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/aryo-activity-log/) | 200K+ | 4.3/5 (74) | Sep 7, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 3 | [Stream – Activity Log & Audit Trail](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/stream/) | 70K+ | 4.3/5 (76) | Aug 31, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 4 | [Entryway – WP Login & Logout Redirect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-login-and-logout-redirect/) | 6K+ | 4.8/5 (5) | Jul 17, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 5 | [Activity Logs, User Activity Tracking, Multisite Activity Log from Logtivity](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/logtivity/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (4) | Sep 22, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 6 | [WP Admin Audit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-admin-audit/) | 1K+ | 3.7/5 (6) | Oct 3, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 7 | [Activity Log Pro – User Activity Log, Audit Log & Security Monitor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/activity-log-pro/) | 400+ | 5/5 (15) | Sep 22, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 8 | [Logify WP – Activity Log & User Audit Log](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/logify-wp/) | 300+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 27, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 9 | [Adminify Activity Log & Audit Trail](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/adminify-activity-logs/) | 200+ | — | May 21, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 10 | [LogDash Activity Log](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/logdash-activity-log/) | 100+ | 5/5 (2) | Jul 11, 2024 | 32/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is GuardForge safe to use in 2026?
GuardForge is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 6 hours ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use GuardForge?
GuardForge is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 175 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 149 times in the last 30 days.

### Does GuardForge work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested GuardForge up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.5 or newer.

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

### When was GuardForge last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.0, was released on October 5, 2026 (6 hours ago).

### Who makes GuardForge?
GuardForge is developed and maintained by avakodeforge.

### What are the best alternatives to GuardForge?
The most popular alternatives to GuardForge are Simple History (300K+ installs), Activity Log (200K+ installs) and Stream (70K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/guardforge/ · Generated 2026-10-05 16:56 UTC by PageForge