# Safe Mode

> Safe Mode has 100+ active installs, a 4.2/5 rating from 5 reviews and 84 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 34/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Safe Mode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.2/5 and was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 8,338
- **Downloads (30 days):** 84 (+2.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.2/5 from 5 reviews
- **Health score:** 34/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1.3
- **Last updated:** Dec 20, 2018
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.0.29
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Uffe Fey (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wpkonsulent/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/safe-mode/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [debug](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/debug/) | #52 | 270 |
| [error](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/error/) | #19 | 58 |
| [recovery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/recovery/) | #5 | 37 |
| [safe mode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/safe-mode/) | #2 | 7 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| debug | >100 | 4,077 |
| error | >100 | 10,000 |
| recovery | >100 | 1,703 |
| safe mode | >100 | 2,383 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Crontrol](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-crontrol/) | 300K+ | 4.5/5 (165) | Aug 29, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 2 | [Query Monitor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/query-monitor/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (469) | Jun 20, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 3 | [Debug Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/debug-bar/) | 20K+ | 4.1/5 (69) | Mar 1, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 4 | [WP Debugging](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-debugging/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (21) | Aug 13, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 5 | [Debug Log Manager – Conveniently Monitor and Inspect Errors](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/debug-log-manager/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (25) | Jun 26, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 6 | [My WP Customize Admin/Frontend](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/my-wp/) | 8K+ | 4.3/5 (16) | Aug 21, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 7 | [Code Profiler – WordPress Performance Profiling and Debugging Made Easy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/code-profiler/) | 8K+ | 4.3/5 (36) | Sep 23, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 8 | [reBusted!](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rebusted/) | 6K+ | 5/5 (11) | Oct 10, 2024 | 44/100 |
| 9 | [Plugin Detective – Troubleshooting Conflicts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/plugin-detective/) | 5K+ | 4/5 (49) | Sep 29, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 10 | [Dashboard Widgets Suite](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dashboard-widgets-suite/) | 4K+ | 4.9/5 (38) | Jul 17, 2026 | 74/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Safe Mode safe to use in 2026?
Safe Mode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.2/5 and was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Safe Mode?
Safe Mode is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 8,338 times since it launched in October 2012. It was downloaded 84 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Safe Mode work with WordPress 7.1?
Safe Mode is officially tested up to WordPress 5.0.29, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Safe Mode last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.3, was released on December 20, 2018 (8 years ago).

### Who makes Safe Mode?
Safe Mode is developed and maintained by Uffe Fey.

### What are the best alternatives to Safe Mode?
The most popular alternatives to Safe Mode are WP Crontrol (300K+ installs), Query Monitor (200K+ installs) and Debug Bar (20K+ installs).


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