Sanitize DB
The plugin sanitizes the database by removing the unused meta entries and other unlinked records from the database. It removes unused data one by one and displays statistics on the plugin dashboard after a database…
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Sanitize DB shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 4 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Sanitize DB stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| database | >100 |
| optimization | >100 |
| Optimize | >100 |
| sanitization | >100 |
| sanitize | >100 |
About Sanitize DB
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
The plugin sanitizes the database by removing the unused meta entries and other unlinked records from the database. It removes unused data one by one and displays statistics on the plugin dashboard after a database scan. This plugin is useful when your website is very slow and there are so many unused plugins in your WordPress admin.
NOTE: Please do clear or purge website cache after plugin activation.
Installation
To install this plugin follow below steps
- Upload the plugin files to the ‘/wp-content/plugins/’ directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- Clear or purge website cache.
- Here we go, no other settings needed.
Frequently asked questions
When this plugin is useful?
This plugin is useful when your website is very slow and there are so many unused plugins in your wordpress admin. This plugin removes the unused meta left by other plugins and improves the performance of your website. It removes unused data one by one and displays statistics on plugin dashboard after a database scan.
Is this plugin paid or free?
This plugin is totally free.
What about support?
Create a support ticket at WordPress forum and I will take care of any issue.
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FAQ
Sanitize DB: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 28, 2026
Is Sanitize DB free?
Yes. Sanitize DB is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Sanitize DB safe to use in 2026?
Sanitize DB shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Sanitize DB?
Sanitize DB is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,462 times since it launched in March 2021. It was downloaded 61 times in the last 30 days.
Does Sanitize DB work with WordPress 7.1?
Sanitize DB is officially tested up to WordPress 5.9.18, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Sanitize DB last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on July 23, 2022 (4 years ago).
Who makes Sanitize DB?
Sanitize DB is developed and maintained by anku1991.
What are the best alternatives to Sanitize DB?
The most popular alternatives to Sanitize DB are Search Regex (100K+ installs), WP-Sweep (100K+ installs) and Advanced Database Cleaner (100K+ installs).
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