# StageBar – Staging Environment Indicator

> StageBar has <10 active installs and 98 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** StageBar is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Know at a glance which site you are editing. The admin bar changes colour and shows a LIVE, STAGING, DEV or LOCAL badge.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 94
- **Downloads (30 days):** 98 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Sep 21, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.5+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** DeeperLook (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/deeperlook/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/stagebar-staging-environment-indicator/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [admin bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/admin-bar/) | >100 | 173 |
| [development](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/development/) | >100 | 168 |
| [environment](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/environment/) | #18 | 23 |
| [production](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/production/) | #12 | 14 |
| [staging](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/staging/) | #41 | 88 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| admin bar | >100 | 6,180 |
| development | >100 | 7,526 |
| environment | >100 | 4,310 |
| production | >100 | 3,491 |
| staging | >100 | 1,443 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Hide Admin Bar Based on User Roles – Disable the WordPress Toolbar by Role or Capability](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hide-admin-bar-based-on-user-roles/) | 20K+ | 3.9/5 (20) | Sep 24, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 2 | [Hide Admin Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hide-admin-bar/) | 20K+ | 4.5/5 (30) | Nov 4, 2025 | 60/100 |
| 3 | [Hide Admin Bar from Non-Admins](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hide-admin-bar-from-non-admins/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (30) | Aug 13, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 4 | [Bricks Navigator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/brickslabs-bricks-navigator/) | 8K+ | 5/5 (19) | Sep 21, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 5 | [Auto Hide Admin Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-hide-admin-bar/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (32) | Aug 15, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 6 | [Better Admin Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/better-admin-bar/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (19) | Nov 17, 2025 | 54/100 |
| 7 | [Admin Bar Editor – Toolbar Customization with User Role based access & Custom menus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-bar/) | 3K+ | 4.3/5 (22) | Aug 29, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 8 | [Admin Bar & Dashboard Access Control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-bar-dashboard-control/) | 3K+ | 4.7/5 (18) | Dec 4, 2025 | 54/100 |
| 9 | [WP Hide Dashboard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-hide-dashboard/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (20) | Nov 28, 2017 | 45/100 |
| 10 | [Disable Toolbar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-toolbar/) | 1K+ | 4.9/5 (17) | Nov 9, 2017 | 39/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is StageBar safe to use in 2026?
StageBar is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use StageBar?
StageBar is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 94 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 98 times in the last 30 days.

### Does StageBar work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested StageBar up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.5 or newer.

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

### When was StageBar last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on September 21, 2026 (1 week ago).

### Who makes StageBar?
StageBar is developed and maintained by DeeperLook.

### What are the best alternatives to StageBar?
The most popular alternatives to StageBar are Hide Admin Bar Based on Use… (20K+ installs), Hide Admin Bar (20K+ installs) and Hide Admin Bar from Non-Adm… (10K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/stagebar-staging-environment-indicator/ · Generated 2026-10-01 12:53 UTC by PageForge