# N0WPScan

> N0WPScan has 30+ active installs, a 4/5 rating from 2 reviews and 91 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** N0WPScan shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 4/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 4,155
- **Downloads (30 days):** 91 (+24.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 5.6
- **Last updated:** Jan 15, 2020
- **Tested up to:** —
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** GeekParadize (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wartraxx93/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/n0wpscan/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/firewall/) | #71 | 214 |
| [hackers](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/hackers/) | #2 | 3 |
| [scanning](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/scanning/) | #3 | 6 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,635 |
| [wpscan](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wpscan/) | #5 | 9 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| firewall | >100 | 1,024 |
| hackers | >100 | 289 |
| scanning | >100 | 1,558 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |
| wpscan | >100 | 219 |

## Version adoption

- 5.6: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Wordfence Security – Firewall, Malware Scan, and Login Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wordfence/) | 5M+ | 4.7/5 (5,024) | Sep 30, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 2 | [Limit Login Attempts Security – Login Security, 2FA, Firewall, Brute Force Prevention](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/limit-login-attempts-reloaded/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (1,485) | Sep 23, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 3 | [Security Optimizer – The All-In-One Protection Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sg-security/) | 1M+ | 4.5/5 (157) | Aug 28, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 4 | [All-In-One Security (AIOS) – Security and Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/all-in-one-wp-security-and-firewall/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,717) | Sep 17, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 5 | [Sucuri Security – Auditing, Malware Scanner and Security Hardening](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sucuri-scanner/) | 600K+ | 4.2/5 (384) | Sep 9, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 6 | [MalCare WordPress Security Plugin – Malware Scanner, Cleaner, Security Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/malcare-security/) | 100K+ | 4.4/5 (554) | Sep 17, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 7 | [Anti-Malware Security and Brute-Force Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gotmls/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (783) | Jun 29, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 8 | [BBQ Firewall – Fast & Powerful Firewall Security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/block-bad-queries/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (160) | Aug 9, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 9 | [NinjaFirewall (WP Edition) – Advanced Security Plugin and Firewall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ninjafirewall/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (220) | Oct 6, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 10 | [Login Lockdown & Protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/login-lockdown/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (61) | Oct 6, 2026 | 93/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is N0WPScan free?
Yes. N0WPScan is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is N0WPScan safe to use in 2026?
N0WPScan shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 4/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use N0WPScan?
N0WPScan is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,155 times since it launched in February 2018. It was downloaded 91 times in the last 30 days.

### When was N0WPScan last updated?
The latest version, 5.6, was released on January 15, 2020 (7 years ago).

### Who makes N0WPScan?
N0WPScan is developed and maintained by GeekParadize.

### What are the best alternatives to N0WPScan?
The most popular alternatives to N0WPScan are Wordfence Security (5M+ installs), Limit Login Attempts Securi… (1M+ installs) and Security Optimizer (1M+ installs).


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