# PreFlight Scanner

> PreFlight Scanner has <10 active installs and 43 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 55/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** PreFlight Scanner works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

**Scan any plugin ZIP for PHP conflicts, class/function collisions, hook priority conflicts, and malicious code — before installing.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 190
- **Downloads (30 days):** 43 (+10.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 55/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.3
- **Last updated:** Jul 17, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.9+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Tim Boulley (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/tboulley/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/preflight-scanner/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [conflict](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/conflict/) | #3 | 7 |
| [malware](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/malware/) | #65 | 94 |
| [plugin check](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/plugin-check/) | #1 | 1 |
| [scanner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/scanner/) | #56 | 68 |
| [security](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/security/) | >100 | 1,586 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| conflict | >100 | 6,243 |
| malware | >100 | 410 |
| plugin check | >100 | 10,000 |
| scanner | >100 | 1,333 |
| security | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Block editor assets filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/block-editor-assets-filter/) | 10+ | — | Sep 28, 2020 | 23/100 |
| 2 | [GigiHawley Conflict Check for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gigihawley-conflict-check-for-woocommerce/) | <10 | — | Aug 30, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 3 | [TroubleLens – Conflict Detector](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/troublelens-conflict-detector/) | <10 | — | Sep 22, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 4 | [Conflict Guard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/conflict-guard/) | <10 | — | Aug 28, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 5 | [Tahhan Conflict Detective](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tahhan-conflict-detective/) | <10 | — | Sep 14, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 7 | [Culprit – Conflict Detection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/culprit/) | <10 | — | Aug 6, 2026 | 55/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is PreFlight Scanner safe to use in 2026?
PreFlight Scanner works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use PreFlight Scanner?
PreFlight Scanner is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 190 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 43 times in the last 30 days.

### Does PreFlight Scanner work with WordPress 7.1?
PreFlight Scanner is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does PreFlight Scanner need?
PreFlight Scanner requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was PreFlight Scanner last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on July 17, 2026 (2 months ago).

### Who makes PreFlight Scanner?
PreFlight Scanner is developed and maintained by Tim Boulley.

### What are the best alternatives to PreFlight Scanner?
The most popular alternatives to PreFlight Scanner are Block editor assets filter (10+ installs), GigiHawley Conflict Check f… (<10 installs) and TroubleLens (<10 installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/preflight-scanner/ · Generated 2026-09-29 16:48 UTC by PageForge