# IPv6 Detector

> IPv6 Detector has 20+ active installs and 47 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** IPv6 Detector shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 15 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**Simple IPv6 detector widget for WordPress to show if user is connecting with IPv6 or IPv4.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 3,199
- **Downloads (30 days):** 47 (+62.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2
- **Last updated:** Jun 28, 2011
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.1.4
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.6.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** ppatux (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ppatux/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ipv6detector/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [detect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/detect/) | #5 | 7 |
| [IPv4](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ipv4/) | #1 | 3 |
| [IPv6](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ipv6/) | #3 | 5 |
| [whois](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/whois/) | #4 | 11 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| detect | >100 | 5,526 |
| IPv4 | >100 | 266 |
| IPv6 | >100 | 351 |
| whois | #50 | 54 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WPG Detect Browser](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpg-detect-browser/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Jul 25, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 2 | [WP Browser/Platform Detection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-browser-platform-detection/) | 100+ | 5/5 (2) | Jan 3, 2023 | 32/100 |
| 3 | [Mobile Detect For CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mobile-detect-for-css/) | 30+ | — | Apr 5, 2016 | 24/100 |
| 4 | [AutoLink](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/autolink/) | 30+ | — | Jul 8, 2011 | 24/100 |
| 6 | [Device Detect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/device-detect/) | 20+ | 5/5 (1) | Dec 15, 2025 | 46/100 |
| 7 | [Tiny Simple AdBlock Detector](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tiny-simple-adblock-detector/) | 10+ | — | Oct 7, 2026 | 66/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is IPv6 Detector free?
Yes. IPv6 Detector is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is IPv6 Detector safe to use in 2026?
IPv6 Detector shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 15 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use IPv6 Detector?
IPv6 Detector is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,199 times since it launched in September 2010. It was downloaded 47 times in the last 30 days.

### Does IPv6 Detector work with WordPress 7.1?
IPv6 Detector is officially tested up to WordPress 3.1.4, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was IPv6 Detector last updated?
The latest version, 1.2, was released on June 28, 2011 (15 years ago).

### Who makes IPv6 Detector?
IPv6 Detector is developed and maintained by ppatux.

### What are the best alternatives to IPv6 Detector?
The most popular alternatives to IPv6 Detector are WPG Detect Browser (100+ installs), WP Browser/Platform Detecti… (100+ installs) and Mobile Detect For CSS (30+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ipv6detector/ · Generated 2026-10-16 08:13 UTC by PageForge