# Last Updated Shortcode

> Last Updated Shortcode has 800+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 10 reviews and 121 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 39/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Last Updated Shortcode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 800+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

**Creates the [lastupdated] shortcode to display the date and/or time of the last update to a post or page. If used without any arguments, it will display the date in the format configured in the Settings > General tab…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 800+
- **Total downloads:** 15,363
- **Downloads (30 days):** 121 (+10% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 10 reviews
- **Health score:** 39/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Jan 1, 2016
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.4.34
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.8+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Luke Mlsna (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/bitacre/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/last-updated-shortcode/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [display](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/display/) | #2 | 60 |
| [echo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/echo/) | #1 | 3 |
| [last](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/last/) | #1 | 15 |
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | >100 | 1,383 |
| [time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/time/) | #13 | 122 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| display | >100 | 10,000 |
| echo | >100 | 1,706 |
| last | >100 | 7,234 |
| shortcode | >100 | 10,000 |
| time | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Show User Registration Date](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/show-user-registration-date/) | 900+ | 3.8/5 (5) | Feb 23, 2023 | 34/100 |
| 3 | [Show User ID](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/show-user-id/) | 700+ | 5/5 (3) | Feb 23, 2023 | 34/100 |
| 4 | [Plugins List](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/plugins-list/) | 700+ | 5/5 (12) | Aug 20, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 5 | [User Meta Display](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/user-meta-display/) | 500+ | 5/5 (6) | Jun 4, 2014 | 39/100 |
| 6 | [Custom Post Order](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-post-order/) | 400+ | 5/5 (2) | Jun 5, 2009 | 42/100 |
| 7 | [LIQUID RWD Plus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/liquid-rwd-plus/) | 300+ | 5/5 (2) | Jul 28, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 8 | [Display Name Author Permalink](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/display-name-author-permalink/) | 300+ | 4.2/5 (5) | May 31, 2018 | 35/100 |
| 9 | [Widget Display Conditions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-display-conditions/) | 300+ | 4.8/5 (5) | Apr 22, 2021 | 37/100 |
| 10 | [Display During Conditional Shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/display-during-conditional-shortcode/) | 200+ | 5/5 (3) | Feb 7, 2026 | 48/100 |
| 11 | [Enable bbPress for Block Themes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/enable-bbp-block-theme/) | 100+ | 5/5 (5) | Sep 18, 2026 | 80/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Last Updated Shortcode safe to use in 2026?
Last Updated Shortcode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 800+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Last Updated Shortcode?
Last Updated Shortcode is active on 800+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 15,363 times since it launched in April 2012. It was downloaded 121 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Last Updated Shortcode work with WordPress 7.1?
Last Updated Shortcode is officially tested up to WordPress 4.4.34, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Last Updated Shortcode last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on January 1, 2016 (11 years ago).

### Who makes Last Updated Shortcode?
Last Updated Shortcode is developed and maintained by Luke Mlsna.

### What are the best alternatives to Last Updated Shortcode?
The most popular alternatives to Last Updated Shortcode are Show User Registration Date (900+ installs), Show User ID (700+ installs) and Plugins List (700+ installs).


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