# Slug Trace

> Slug Trace has <10 active installs and 67 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Slug Trace works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**Expose the hidden "old slugs" WordPress stores and automatically redirects for your Posts, Pages, and all Public Custom Post Types.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 385
- **Downloads (30 days):** 67 (+59.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** May 20, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Milap (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/milap/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/slugtrace/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [history](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/history/) | #58 | 73 |
| [permalink](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/permalink/) | >100 | 134 |
| [redirect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/redirect/) | >100 | 401 |
| [seo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/seo/) | >100 | 2,643 |
| [slug](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/slug/) | #94 | 96 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| history | >100 | 5,282 |
| permalink | >100 | 3,564 |
| redirect | >100 | 7,094 |
| seo | >100 | 8,457 |
| slug | >100 | 6,993 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Activity Log](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-security-audit-log/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (488) | Sep 23, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [Simple History – Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-history/) | 300K+ | 4.9/5 (491) | Oct 7, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 3 | [Timeline Widget For Elementor (Elementor Timeline, Vertical & Horizontal Timeline)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/timeline-widget-addon-for-elementor/) | 70K+ | 4.8/5 (247) | Sep 25, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 4 | [Cool Timeline (Horizontal & Vertical Timeline)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cool-timeline/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (330) | Sep 25, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 5 | [User Login History](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/user-login-history/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (29) | Mar 17, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 6 | [Bold Timeline Lite](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bold-timeline-lite/) | 10K+ | 3/5 (2) | Jun 1, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 7 | [Timeline Block For Gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/timeline-block/) | 9K+ | 4.4/5 (11) | Sep 8, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 8 | [WC Price History](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wc-price-history/) | 5K+ | 5/5 (27) | Aug 19, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 9 | [Timeline Module for Divi](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/timeline-module-for-divi/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (9) | Sep 8, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 10 | [Search Analytics for WP – Site Search Tracking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/search-analytics/) | 3K+ | 5/5 (30) | Sep 28, 2026 | 85/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Slug Trace safe to use in 2026?
Slug Trace works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Slug Trace?
Slug Trace is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 385 times since it launched in March 2026. It was downloaded 67 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Slug Trace work with WordPress 7.1?
Slug Trace is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was Slug Trace last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on May 20, 2026 (5 months ago).

### Who makes Slug Trace?
Slug Trace is developed and maintained by Milap.

### What are the best alternatives to Slug Trace?
The most popular alternatives to Slug Trace are WP Activity Log (300K+ installs), Simple History (300K+ installs) and Timeline Widget For Element… (70K+ installs).


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