# host-meta

> host-meta has 60+ active installs and 249 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 68/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** host-meta is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 60+ sites and was last updated 4 days ago, and scores 68/100 on our health check.

**Helps other apps and services find out what your site offers.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 60+
- **Total downloads:** 9,093
- **Downloads (30 days):** 249 (+84.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 68/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.4.0
- **Last updated:** Sep 25, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.4+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Matthias Pfefferle (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/pfefferle/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/host-meta/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [discovery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/discovery/) | #5 | 18 |
| [fediverse](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/fediverse/) | #10 | 26 |
| [host-meta](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/host-meta/) | #1 | 1 |
| [Webfinger](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/webfinger/) | #2 | 2 |
| [well-known](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/well-known/) | #2 | 8 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| discovery | >100 | 1,339 |
| fediverse | #16 | 34 |
| host-meta | #6 | 1,332 |
| Webfinger | #3 | 10 |
| well-known | #53 | 1,078 |

## Version adoption

- 1.3: 52.9%
- 1.4: 47.1%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WebFinger](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/webfinger/) | 1K+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Aug 26, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 2 | [Taboola](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/taboola/) | 1K+ | — | Aug 21, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 3 | [Conversion Agent Discovery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/conversion-agent-discovery/) | 100+ | — | Jun 17, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 4 | [PubExchange](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pubexchange/) | 60+ | — | Apr 8, 2026 | 40/100 |
| 6 | [/well-known-uris/](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/well-known-uris/) | 60+ | — | Nov 3, 2016 | 25/100 |
| 7 | [Nostr Verify](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nostr-verify/) | 60+ | 5/5 (1) | May 22, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 8 | [WP Really Simple Discovery Link Remover](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-really-simple-discovery-link-remover/) | 10+ | — | Aug 2, 2021 | 23/100 |
| 9 | [Rootz AI Discovery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rootz-ai-discovery/) | 10+ | — | Aug 12, 2026 | 57/100 |
| 10 | [myWidget recommendations](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mywidget-recommendations/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Jul 7, 2017 | 30/100 |
| 11 | [Deviser AI Search Booster – Site Context Manager for llms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/deviser-ai-search-booster/) | <10 | 5/5 (1) | Sep 8, 2026 | 71/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is host-meta safe to use in 2026?
host-meta is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 60+ sites and was last updated 4 days ago, and scores 68/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use host-meta?
host-meta is active on 60+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 9,093 times since it launched in April 2010. It was downloaded 249 times in the last 30 days.

### Does host-meta work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested host-meta up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.4 or newer.

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

### When was host-meta last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.0, was released on September 25, 2026 (4 days ago).

### Who makes host-meta?
host-meta is developed and maintained by Matthias Pfefferle.

### What are the best alternatives to host-meta?
The most popular alternatives to host-meta are WebFinger (1K+ installs), Taboola (1K+ installs) and Conversion Agent Discovery (100+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/host-meta/ · Generated 2026-09-29 03:18 UTC by PageForge