# Nova Dashboard Cleanup

> Nova Dashboard Cleanup has 10+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 147 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 30/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Nova Dashboard Cleanup shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

**The Nova Dashboard Cleanup removes all those unwanted dashboard Widgets.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 3,668
- **Downloads (30 days):** 147 (+7.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 30/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2
- **Last updated:** Oct 7, 2013
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.6.1
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Conor Lyons (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/spike2828/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/nova-dashboard-cleanup/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [clean-up](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/clean-up/) | #5 | 6 |
| [cleanup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cleanup/) | >100 | 221 |
| [dashboard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/dashboard/) | >100 | 520 |
| [Dashboard Clean Up](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/dashboard-clean-up/) | #1 | 1 |
| [Dashboard Cleanup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/dashboard-cleanup/) | #2 | 5 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| clean-up | >100 | 5,896 |
| cleanup | >100 | 5,925 |
| dashboard | >100 | 10,000 |
| Dashboard Clean Up | >100 | 3,502 |
| Dashboard Cleanup | >100 | 3,151 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Templ Optimizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/templ-optimizer/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 29, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 2 | [Disable Global Style](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-global-style/) | 600+ | 5/5 (2) | Oct 1, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 3 | [Bloat Buster – A Simple Plugin To Kill Off Bloat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bloat-buster/) | 30+ | 5/5 (2) | Jan 6, 2024 | 31/100 |
| 4 | [Advanced Clean Master – Complete Site Cleanup & Database Optimizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-clean-master/) | 10+ | — | Jan 10, 2026 | 38/100 |
| 6 | [WUCO – WP Ultimate Cleanup & Optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wuco-wp-ultimate-cleanup-optimization/) | 10+ | — | May 7, 2015 | 23/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Nova Dashboard Cleanup safe to use in 2026?
Nova Dashboard Cleanup shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Nova Dashboard Cleanup?
Nova Dashboard Cleanup is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,668 times since it launched in September 2013. It was downloaded 147 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Nova Dashboard Cleanup work with WordPress 7.1?
Nova Dashboard Cleanup is officially tested up to WordPress 3.6.1, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Nova Dashboard Cleanup last updated?
The latest version, 1.2, was released on October 7, 2013 (13 years ago).

### Who makes Nova Dashboard Cleanup?
Nova Dashboard Cleanup is developed and maintained by Conor Lyons.

### What are the best alternatives to Nova Dashboard Cleanup?
The most popular alternatives to Nova Dashboard Cleanup are Templ Optimizer (1K+ installs), Disable Global Style (600+ installs) and Bloat Buster (30+ installs).


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