PHP Version
You can able to see the current PHP version in WordPress admin dashboard widget.
Solid choice
PHP Version is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 5K+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 75/100 on our health check.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- 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 PHP Version stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| admin | >100 |
| dashboard | >100 |
| php version | #1 |
| server | #84 |
| version | #1 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About PHP Version
From the official readme · v1.0.9Description
“PHP version” is very simple and lightweight plugin that will help you for showing up the current PHP version in WordPress dashboard.
If you satisfied with this plugin, please rate it. Your rate will encourage to do better in the future.
Installation
How to install the PHP Version Plugin?
- Dashboard -> Plugins -> Add New.
- Write “PHP Version” in the search box and hit enter.
- Find out the PHP Version plugin from suggested all and click on Install Now .
- Now click on Activate.
- Go to your WordPress dashboard page and see the current PHP version is showing.
Changelog
Nothing here
1.0.9 – 23 August, 2026
Compatible with Latest WordPress Version
Main File’s version updated
1.0.8 – 02 June, 2026
Compatible with Latest WordPress Version
Main File’s version updated
1.0.7 – 10 Dec, 2025
Compatible with Latest WordPress Version
Main File’s version updated
1.0.6 – 24 May, 2025
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Main File’s version updated
1.0.5 – 18 December, 2024
Compatible with Latest WordPress Version
1.0.4 – 16 September, 2024
Compatible with Latest WordPress Version
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FAQ
PHP Version: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 26, 2026
Is PHP Version free?
Yes. PHP Version is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is PHP Version safe to use in 2026?
PHP Version is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 5K+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 75/100 on our health check.
How many websites use PHP Version?
PHP Version is active on 5K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 46,202 times since it launched in June 2019. It was downloaded 1,846 times in the last 30 days.
Does PHP Version work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested PHP Version up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 4.0 or newer.
What PHP version does PHP Version need?
PHP Version requires PHP 5.6.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was PHP Version last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.9, was released on August 23, 2026 (1 month ago).
Who makes PHP Version?
PHP Version is developed and maintained by Md Mazedul Islam.
What are the best alternatives to PHP Version?
The most popular alternatives to PHP Version are Loginizer (1M+ installs), Redux Framework (900K+ installs) and Admin Menu Editor (300K+ installs).
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