# Plugin Version Switching

> Plugin Version Switching has 10+ active installs and 41 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Plugin Version Switching shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**Provides easy way to ‘roll back’ and ‘roll forward’ plugin versions that support version tagging.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 1,913
- **Downloads (30 days):** 41 (+78.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Jan 12, 2015
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.1.42
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.8+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Hudson Atwell (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/hudson-atwell/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/plugin-version-control/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [rollback](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rollback/) | #11 | 29 |
| [rollforward](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rollforward/) | #1 | 1 |
| [svn](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/svn/) | #1 | 8 |
| [tags](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/tags/) | >100 | 290 |
| [version controll](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/version-controll/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| rollback | >100 | 645 |
| rollforward | #1 | 1 |
| svn | >100 | 939 |
| tags | >100 | 10,000 |
| version controll | #16 | 26 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Rollback – Rollback Plugins and Themes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-rollback/) | 300K+ | 4.9/5 (215) | Oct 8, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 2 | [WP Downgrade / Specific Core Version](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-downgrade/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (169) | Oct 7, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 3 | [Change Admin Email](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/change-admin-email-setting-without-outbound-email/) | 50K+ | 4.8/5 (140) | Apr 8, 2026 | 62/100 |
| 4 | [Core Rollback](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/core-rollback/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (16) | Jul 30, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 5 | [PlugVersions – Easily roll back to previous versions of your plugins.](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/plugversions/) | 1K+ | 4.4/5 (8) | Sep 28, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 6 | [Database Snapshots – WPvivid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpvivid-snapshot-database/) | 900+ | 5/5 (2) | Apr 11, 2023 | 23/100 |
| 7 | [Version Locker: Disable Updates, Rollback and Downgrade](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/version-locker/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 2, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 8 | [Downgrade](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/downgrade/) | 100+ | 3/5 (2) | Mar 24, 2018 | 26/100 |
| 9 | [Kreiswolke Maintenance Agent Toolkit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kreiswolke-maintenance-agent-toolkit/) | 50+ | — | Sep 15, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 10 | [Auto Backup Before Update](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-backup-before-update/) | 20+ | — | May 23, 2026 | 52/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Plugin Version Switching safe to use in 2026?
Plugin Version Switching shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Plugin Version Switching?
Plugin Version Switching is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,913 times since it launched in January 2015. It was downloaded 41 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Plugin Version Switching work with WordPress 7.1?
Plugin Version Switching is officially tested up to WordPress 4.1.42, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Plugin Version Switching last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on January 12, 2015 (12 years ago).

### Who makes Plugin Version Switching?
Plugin Version Switching is developed and maintained by Hudson Atwell.

### What are the best alternatives to Plugin Version Switching?
The most popular alternatives to Plugin Version Switching are WP Rollback (300K+ installs), WP Downgrade (100K+ installs) and Change Admin Email (50K+ installs).


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