# LogWatch

> LogWatch has <10 active installs and 48 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 42/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** LogWatch works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.

**Monitor and analyze PHP error logs directly from your WordPress admin panel with smart grouping, filtering, and export capabilities.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 286
- **Downloads (30 days):** 48 (+50% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 42/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Apr 9, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Pixel Solutions (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/pixelsolutionsbiz/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/logwatch/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [debugging](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/debugging/) | #85 | 96 |
| [developer-tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/developer-tools/) | #56 | 79 |
| [error log](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/error-log/) | #39 | 47 |
| [log viewer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/log-viewer/) | #5 | 5 |
| [php errors](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/php-errors/) | #2 | 5 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| debugging | >100 | 1,629 |
| developer-tools | >100 | 4,665 |
| error log | >100 | 6,362 |
| log viewer | >100 | 520 |
| php errors | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Freesoul Deactivate Plugins – Disable plugins on individual WordPress pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/freesoul-deactivate-plugins/) | 8K+ | 4.8/5 (104) | Aug 25, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 2 | [Fatal Error Notify](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fatal-error-notify/) | 6K+ | 4.8/5 (18) | Feb 12, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 3 | [Debug Log Manager Tool](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/debug-log-config-tool/) | 3K+ | 5/5 (22) | Jun 23, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 4 | [WP Safe Mode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-safe-mode/) | 2K+ | 4.3/5 (8) | Sep 24, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 5 | [Debug Log Viewer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/debug-log-viewer/) | 1K+ | 4/5 (3) | Aug 25, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 6 | [Debug Bar Console](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/debug-bar-console/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (5) | Apr 11, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 7 | [Black Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blackbar/) | 500+ | 5/5 (9) | May 17, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 8 | [WP PHP Console](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-php-console/) | 500+ | 4.7/5 (19) | Nov 9, 2020 | 38/100 |
| 9 | [Ray](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/spatie-ray/) | 400+ | 5/5 (10) | Dec 10, 2025 | 54/100 |
| 10 | [Developer Loggers for Simple History](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/developer-loggers-for-simple-history/) | 400+ | — | Sep 15, 2025 | 30/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is LogWatch safe to use in 2026?
LogWatch works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use LogWatch?
LogWatch is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 286 times since it launched in April 2026. It was downloaded 48 times in the last 30 days.

### Does LogWatch work with WordPress 7.1?
LogWatch is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was LogWatch last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on April 9, 2026 (6 months ago).

### Who makes LogWatch?
LogWatch is developed and maintained by Pixel Solutions.

### What are the best alternatives to LogWatch?
The most popular alternatives to LogWatch are Freesoul Deactivate Plugins (8K+ installs), Fatal Error Notify (6K+ installs) and Debug Log Manager Tool (3K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/logwatch/ · Generated 2026-09-29 22:29 UTC by PageForge