Metadas Version Removal
A lightweight, zero configuration plugin that removes all WordPress version output from your site for improved security and cleaner markup.
Use with caution
Metadas Version Removal works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (20+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Metadas Version Removal stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| cleanup | >100 |
| hardening | >100 |
| Remove Version | #96 |
| security | >100 |
| version | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About Metadas Version Removal
From the official readme · v1.1.1Description
Metadas Version Removal is a fast, minimal, production ready plugin that strips WordPress version information from all common output locations. This helps reduce fingerprinting, hardens your site against automated scanners, and keeps your HTML clean.
There is no admin interface and no configuration required. Activate the plugin and it immediately removes:
- WordPress generator meta tag
- Version query strings from scripts and styles
- REST API discovery links
- oEmbed discovery links
- RSS generator tags
- Shortlink tags
- RSD (Really Simple Discovery) link
- Windows Live Writer manifest
This plugin is intentionally small, efficient, and dependency free. It uses only core WordPress hooks and does not write to the database.
Features
- Removes all WordPress version output
- Zero configuration activate and you’re done
- Lightweight class based architecture
- No database usage
- No UI, no clutter
- Safe for caching and CDN setups
- Compatible with all themes and plugins
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/metadas-version-removal/ - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress
- That’s it the plugin works automatically
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin have any settings?
No. It is intentionally designed to be zero configuration.
Will this break caching or minification plugins?
No. It safely removes version query strings without affecting file loading.
Does this hide the WordPress version completely?
It removes all standard version outputs. Custom themes or plugins may still expose versions in their own markup.
Is this plugin safe for production sites?
Yes. It uses only official WordPress hooks and does not modify core files.
Changelog
Confirmed compatibility with WordPress 7.0. No code changes.
1.1.1
- Confirmed compatibility with WordPress 7.0
1.1.0
- Initial public release
- Removed all WordPress version output
- Class based architecture
- Zero configuration design
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FAQ
Metadas Version Removal: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 14, 2026
Is Metadas Version Removal free?
Yes. Metadas Version Removal is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Metadas Version Removal safe to use in 2026?
Metadas Version Removal works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Metadas Version Removal?
Metadas Version Removal is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 503 times since it launched in January 2026. It was downloaded 80 times in the last 30 days.
Does Metadas Version Removal work with WordPress 7.1?
Metadas Version Removal is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Metadas Version Removal need?
Metadas Version Removal requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Metadas Version Removal last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on May 21, 2026 (5 months ago).
Who makes Metadas Version Removal?
Metadas Version Removal is developed and maintained by metadas.
What are the best alternatives to Metadas Version Removal?
The most popular alternatives to Metadas Version Removal are WP-Sweep (100K+ installs), Simple Revisions Delete (10K+ installs) and Delete Duplicate Posts (10K+ installs).
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