Simple Changed Files
This plugin allows administrators to view the names of code files changed after a given time or within a time range. This can be useful for:
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Simple Changed Files shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 12 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 3.7 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Simple Changed Files stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| admin | >100 |
| code | >100 |
| security | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Simple Changed Files
From the official readme · v1.1Description
This plugin allows administrators to view the names of code files changed after a given time or within a time range.
This can be useful for:
- detecting changes made by malware
- change management for developers and project managers
- running a preliminary scan before using a file monitoring system like “WordPress File Monitor Plus”
Installation
- Use the Plugins, Add New menu in WordPress to install the plugin or upload the
simple-changed-filesfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Use the “Simple Changed Files” menu item in the Settings menu to get a list of files
Changelog
No upgrades are required at present
1.1
- tested for WordPress 3.8, new wp-admin interface
1.0
- First release.
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FAQ
Simple Changed Files: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 6, 2026
Is Simple Changed Files free?
Yes. Simple Changed Files is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Simple Changed Files safe to use in 2026?
Simple Changed Files shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Simple Changed Files?
Simple Changed Files is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,871 times since it launched in November 2011. It was downloaded 41 times in the last 30 days.
Does Simple Changed Files work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Changed Files is officially tested up to WordPress 3.7.41, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Simple Changed Files last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on December 16, 2013 (13 years ago).
Who makes Simple Changed Files?
Simple Changed Files is developed and maintained by Peter Wooster.
What are the best alternatives to Simple Changed Files?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Changed Files are Loginizer (1M+ installs), Redux Framework (900K+ installs) and Admin Menu Editor (300K+ installs).
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